Sr. Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

Tesla is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer with a proven track record in the design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects, including industrial, manufacturing, data center, and other high-tech facilities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, multidisciplinary coordination with A/MEP, Piping, and Process teams, and full compliance with US building codes and structural design standards. This role is a senior technical leader who will independently manage complex structural challenges in high-tech and critical infrastructure environments across all phases—from conceptual planning and preliminary estimates through construction—while ensuring full alignment with project-specific requirements and interfacing directly with cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and construction of a variety of new and renovation projects for industrial, manufacturing, data center and other high-tech facilities
• Coordinate structural design on multidiscipline project teams including A/MEP, Piping and Process professionals
• Conduct structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, along with the creation of justifying structural calculations
• Possess complete knowledge of US building codes and structural design standards, with the ability to make technical assumptions, think independently, and draw sound conclusions based on engineering judgement
• Provide expanded team leadership by developing execution strategies and mentoring less experienced engineering staff
• Manage structural projects from concept through construction including preliminary planning estimates with limited scoping information

Requirements

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from ABET Accredited Program, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 6 years of experience in structural design of high-tech, commercial, industrial, or oil & gas industries
• Registered and in good standing as a Professional Engineer (PE or SE)
• Familiarity with Revit Structural and experienced with Navisworks/Revizto
• Self-directed, highly motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, able to work independently and lead project teams with minimal oversight
• Flexible multitasker skilled at adapting to rapidly changing project requirements and timelines while upholding standards and escalating issues in a timely manner

Compensation & Benefits

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