What To Expect
Tesla is seeking a skilled Maintenance Planner to join the Cathode Site Operations team. This role focuses on supporting OPEX and CAPEX initiatives by driving project planning for new builds, equipment installations, and upgrades in cathode manufacturing. Collaborating with cross-functional design engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation groups, this position ensures seamless integration of innovative technologies to enhance battery production. The role contributes directly to Tesla's mission of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy through efficient and scalable cathode production systems in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
What You'll Do
Develop detailed project plans for OPEX and CAPEX initiatives, including equipment installations, facility upgrades, and cathode process expansions
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation engineers to transform design concepts into actionable installation and upgrade strategies
Support execution of new builds and system upgrades by coordinating shutdowns, vendor integrations, and commissioning phases
Optimize project budgets by identifying cost-saving opportunities in materials, labor, and timelines while tracking expenditures
Maintain comprehensive documentation, including work packages, bills of materials, and as-built drawings for all projects
Ensure compliance with internal standards, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices for high-voltage and cleanroom environments
Facilitate communication across production, engineering, procurement, and facilities teams to align on milestones and resolve challenges
What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
Proven experience in project planning or maintenance coordination within a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with OPEX and CAPEX project management and budget optimization
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation systems in industrial settings
Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and schematics for equipment integration
Experience with documentation and compliance in regulated manufacturing environments
Command of the English language, both written and verbal for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Essential Physical Demands:
Ability to sit and operate a computer for prolonged periods of time in an office setting
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: PAPR, safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Benefits
Compensation and 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
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
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