Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Fire Alarm System Designer to join the Fire Alarm Design team in Austin, Texas. The Gigafactory design team drives to create the factory of the future by overseeing the design of cutting-edge large-scale equipment and utility systems in support of highly innovative manufacturing processes and datacenters.
Produce code compliant fire detection and alarm system design drawings and submittal packages within the limits of design philosophy, specifications, costs, and schedule
Collaborate with other design disciplines, construction management teams, external consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
Produce floor plans, one-line diagrams, riser diagrams, details and calculations
Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and production
Perform regular field installation reviews and document deficiencies with corrective action
Incorporate as-built drawings into record documents and verify code compliance
Degree in Drafting Technology or related field with a minimum 4 years of experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Revitzo required, or industry equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of experience in design/drafting fire detection and alarm systems
NICET Level II for Fire alarm required
Clear understanding and working knowledge of International Building Code, International Fire Code, International Mechanical Code and applicable NFPA standards (NFPA 70, NFPA72 are required; understanding of additional applicable codes are a plus)
Detailed understanding of fire alarm system components, system architecture, and configuration required
Ability to read and review drawings from and coordinate with other disciplines to avoid clashes and ensure systems are installed in accordance with all applicable codes
Fire alarm license or ability to obtain required licenses, APS, within 6 months of hire
Work with the Fire Protection Engineer to prepare project fire alarm specifications
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance