Piping Designer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
United States, Nevada, Reno
9732 South Virginia Street (Show on map)
Aug 14, 2026
What to Expect The Infrastructure Team is creating a revolutionary factory by bringing conceptual designs to life, producing cutting-edgedetailed designs of piping systems within the factory utility infrastructure systems which are fully integrated with manufacturing processes. In this role, you will design complex piping systems to support Proccess and/or Mechanical engineering and construction of infrastructure development, from concept level to production. Systems may include MPCA, specialty chemicals, water systems and waste water systems. The environment is fast-paced, exciting and challenging. As a Piping Designer, you will play a critical role in our efforts to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The position is located in Reno, Nevada What You'll Do Develop design documents and deliverables in 2D and 3D using Revit and AutoCAD for permitting & construction Create equipment arrangements, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and pipe routing plans Develop clash-free design models (LOD 300) in Revit, Navisworks, and/or Revizto Develop fabrication-level models (LOD 400-500) for onsite assembly of specialty piping systems Utilize Revit fabrication parts to provide accurate design and fabrication schedules to Estimating and Procurement Coordinate closely with multiple disciplinesutilizing effective communication skills to resolve design challenges Perform field walks, write up field reports, utilize point cloud data to develop accurate as-built models What You'll Bring 3+ years of piping design and experience with a variety of piping system Proficient in the use of Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks Experience as a detailed designer in Process / Mechanical Piping Design within a high-tech industry Experience with a variety of piping systems, materials & joining methods Working knowledge of common drafting standards, OSHA, NFPA 30, and ASME codes & regulations Preferred semi-conductor, pharma, bio-tech manufacturing experience, but not required Preferred working knowledge of standard and LEED plumbing fixtures, fittings and specifications but not required