What to Expect
The EHS Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring safety standards and regulatory compliance is integrated across new site openings (NSO), remodels, and infrastructure development projects. Partnering closely with the SSDC teams and Infrastructure Development stakeholders, the EHS Specialist will standardize and develop efficient processes, identify risks, and implement solutions to support business expansion and sustainability.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with SSDC, Infrastructure Development, and project management teams to integrate EHS procedures and best practices
- Manage the completion and submission of EHS permits and licenses required for compliance and site operation
- Conduct site EHS assessments and audits to identify opportunities and implement corrective actions
- Support regional EHS partners with site readiness through the deployment of EHS standards, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Support contractor safety management and ensure adherence to safety guidelines during projects
- Serve as the EHS liaison for multi-disciplinary teams to ensure alignment and timely resolution of EHS issues
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of EHS experience including EHS permits/license management
- Prior experience working with electric vehicles, charging products or infrastructure, vehicle delivery or service operations preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, Building and Fire codes and other applicable safety standards
- Practical, hands-on experience with EHS policy/procedure development & EHS permit and license applications and renewals
- Able to influence and communicate effectively with site management, project and program managers, EHS leaders, regulators, technical staff, and third-party personnel
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and self-directed
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
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.
