Sr. Architectural Designer

What To Expect
Tesla is seeking an innovative Sr. Architectural Designer to join our dynamic Infrastructure Design team in Fremont, CA. Our design team spearheads the creation of cutting-edge R&D facilities, cell production, and manufacturing infrastructure across Tesla's sites. This full-time, onsite role within the Infrastructure group emphasizes forward-thinking design, cross-functional collaboration, and practical implementation to drive the future of sustainable energy and electric vehicle innovation. As part of a team that supports major product verticals at Tesla—including Energy, Vehicle SI, Robotics (Optimus), and Cell Manufacturing—you'll contribute to scalable design solutions that align with our mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

What You'll Do

Support the development of architectural designs, from initial concept evaluations to the completion of construction drawings for permitting and on-site execution, ensuring seamless translation from design to real-world field conditions

Utilize BIM/Revit in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components

Drive the standardization of Revit families, templates, and workflows to enhance team efficiency and consistency across projects

Interpret and apply building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies

Lead preparation of documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, details, models, and renderings

Coordinate building systems (architectural, structural, mechanical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent

Collaborate closely with manufacturing, construction, facilities, and cross-disciplinary teams to address end-user requirements, resolve integration challenges, and ensure precise coordination of building systems

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or equivalent practical experience

3-5 years minimum of hands-on experience in designing fast-paced commercial, industrial, and R&D spaces, preferably in tenant improvement projects

Expert proficiency in Revit including advanced modeling, BIM coordination, and integration with multi-discipline models

Knowledge of the California Building Code (CBC), and Accessibility Design (ADA Standards), with a focus on innovative design solutions

Strong ability to multitask, prioritize deliverables, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment while maintaining attention to detail under tight deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills for interfacing with diverse engineering disciplines, stakeholders, and external partners to foster collaborative problem-solving

Practical knowledge of field installation methods, means, and materials, including troubleshooting real-world constructability issues and adapting designs for on-site efficiency

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

Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation

$116,000 - $210,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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