Tesla

What to Expect

Tesla is looking for a highly skilled Structural Engineer or Designer to be part of the Building Infrastructure Engineering Team at Gigafactory 1. Help create and optimize the factory of the future by bringing conceptual designs to life, producing innovative detailed designs of factory structural systems that are fully integrated with manufacturing processes. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Sparks, NV.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design and construction of new projects and renovations to existing industrial, manufacturing, and office facilities
• Coordinate structural design on multidisciplinary project teams including Mechanical, Electrical, Piping/Plumbing (MEP) professionals
• Conduct structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, including seismic design and justifying structural calculations
• Design and develop structural engineering solutions for existing building structure retrofits, design of equipment anchorages and assessment of existing site conditions
• Conduct structural design and analysis using discipline-specific programs such as RISA-2D, RISA-3D, Mathcad, and ETABS 
• Manage high-quality BIM (Revit) models, develop 3D engineering designs in Revit, and prepare plan drawings, section/elevations, and installation details for permit and construction
• Working knowledge of US building codes and structural design standards

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in structural design of commercial, industrial, or oil & gas industries
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Civil/Structural with active NCEES record
• Expert knowledge of Revit MEP and proficiency with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of US building codes and structural design standards
• Ability to work independently to troubleshoot unexpected conditions identified during construction; and a willingness to work overtime to meet deadlines
• Able to multi-task and be flexible/adapt to rapidly changing project requirements/timelines
• Self-directed, highly motivated self-starter with solid writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience in structural design of buildings for high-tech infrastructure, industrial, or operational facilities (semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.). Familiarity with seismic design preferred
• Familiarity with relevant structural and construction codes, regulations, practices, and record-keeping requirements

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)
• 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 employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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