What to Expect

The Sr. Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Engineer will be responsible for complex technical work across a broad range of EHS disciplines with an emphasis on reducing risk, empowering stakeholders, and doing the basics right. The Sr. EHS Engineer will report to the EHS Manager and play a leading role in implementing applicable EHS Programs, conducting risk assessments, performing inspections, investigating incidents, reporting event learnings, provide training, and facilitating risk reduction projects. The Sr. EHS Engineer will perform work individually and in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement for the Cell Manufacturing program in Fremont, CA.


What You'll Do
  • Lead implementation and sustainment of EHS programs, systems, and procedures, including EHS process and equipment safety reviews for Management of Change (MOC)
  • Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, DOT, EPA, and other applicable regulatory agencies
  • Collaborate with Operational, Design, and Development teams to complete Job Hazard Analyses, Pre-Task Plans, PPE Assessments, Equipment Safety buyoffs, Ergonomic Assessments, and recommend, implement, and confirm appropriate safeguards to mitigate risk hazards have been installed
  • Monitor employee exposure for physical, health and chemical hazards
  • Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and performance standards and expectations
  • Support event learning process to determine primary root cause(s) and identify any preventative and corrective actions needed to prevent recurrence
  • Manage the tracking and reporting of EHS metrics and measure performance against Key Performance Indicators to drive strategic and tactical plans

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or equivalent experience

  • 5+ years of experience working as an EHS Engineer or EHS Specialist
  • Certifications – CSP / ASP, CIH, CPE, or PMP certifications highly desired
  • Advanced competency in controlling critical hazards including Machinery Safety, Control of Hazardous Energy, Electrical Safety, and Industrial Hygiene concerns
  • Working ability to read and understand Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural permit sets, CAD drawings
  • Must be available to support Emergency Response and night and weekend work as needed
  • Must be comfortable wearing respiratory protection on a frequent basis

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Expected Compensation

$92,000 - $174,000/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.


Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.