Facilities Project Engineer

Tesla Laboratories, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company contribution

Paid time off and federal holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Tesla Laboratories, Inc. is hiring a Facilities Project Engineer to lead engineering for NOAA’s facility projects across Hawaii and other regions. This role includes overseeing planning, design, construction support, and compliance for facility infrastructure, ensuring successful mission-critical operations.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, along with experience in facility project management and knowledge of HVAC systems. Tesla Laboratories offers a competitive compensation package along with a supportive, family-focused company culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Proven experience in facility project management and engineering design.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering planning and design for facility modernization projects.
• Develop and evaluate technical specifications and engineering documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Project management

Engineering design

HVAC systems

Environmental compliance

Facility assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Engineering documentation tools

Job description

About the Company

Tesla Laboratories is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Cyber Security, Intelligence Analysis, Financial Management, Facilities Engineering Services, and Program Management support to the Intelligence Community (IC), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal government customers. We take pride in fostering a culture that values family, professional growth, and long-term career development—setting us apart from other services companies.

Job Description

Tesla Laboratories is seeking an experienced Facilities Project Engineer to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), serving the Pacific and Alaska Regions.

This position provides engineering leadership for facility infrastructure projects supporting mission-critical weather forecasting operations across Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, American Samoa, Micronesia, and other remote locations. The successful candidate will oversee planning, design, construction support, compliance, and lifecycle management of complex facilities and infrastructure systems.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an engineer who enjoys managing technically challenging projects while supporting a mission that protects lives and property through reliable weather operations.

Primary Responsibilities

The Facilities Project Engineer will be responsible for:

Engineering Design & Project Development

• Lead engineering planning and design for facility modernization projects.

• Perform facility assessments and site investigations.

• Develop engineering solutions for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), structural, and facility infrastructure projects.

• Review architectural and engineering design documents for technical accuracy and constructability.

• Develop technical specifications and engineering documentation.

• Support sustainable building initiatives and energy-efficient facility improvements.

Construction & Contract Support

• Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) for construction and facility projects.

• Prepare Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).

• Support technical evaluations during procurement activities.

• Monitor contractor performance during construction.

• Conduct field inspections and quality assurance reviews.

• Review change orders and provide engineering recommendations.

• Manage project punch lists through final acceptance.

Facilities Engineering Support

• Provide engineering support for HVAC, electrical distribution, emergency generators, UPS systems, plumbing, roofing, and building infrastructure.

• Develop preventive maintenance strategies.

• Perform facility condition assessments.

• Assist with capital improvement planning.

• Support operational readiness for newly completed projects.

Safety, Security & Environmental Compliance

• Support OSHA compliance initiatives.

• Assist with fire protection and life safety systems.

• Support environmental compliance and sustainability programs.

• Assist with hazardous material management.

• Support physical security improvements including:

• Access Control Systems

• Video Surveillance Systems

• Security barriers and facility hardening

• Assist with water and energy management initiatives.

Facilities Management

• Support facility planning activities.

• Assist with space planning and utilization.

• Support real estate and leasing actions.

• Develop facility policies and procedures.

• Prepare engineering reports and executive presentations.

• Develop project budgets.

• Track maintenance and construction projects using project management software.

Benefits

Tesla Laboratories offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and long‑term success of our employees, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with company contribution

• Paid time off and federal holidays

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Supportive, family-focused company culture

• Opportunities for long-term career growth within a growing SDVOSB