Controls Quality Inspector
Tesla
Austin, Texas Posted October 27, 2026
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Job Description
Description:
In this role, you will be supporting the Tesla Quality Assurance team in inspecting Electrical & Instrumentation systems and equipment in the field during the construction phase, prior to the start of commissioning and the handover to end-users. The position requires highly qualified inspectors with strong knowledge of completed Instrumentation equipment and systems. This position also requires basic understanding of Electrical equipment and systems. The role also necessitates good physical ability, as the inspector will spend approximately 75% of their day in the field conducting inspections. Your primary responsibilities will include inspecting and evaluating Instrumentation systems throughout the construction phase and up to the handover to the end-users. This involves examining various systems to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and project specifications. You will be tasked with identifying deficiencies, defects, damages, or non-compliance issues, and you will need to have the technical knowledge to provide recommendations for issue resolution or improvements. Additionally, you will prepare inspection reports following each inspection, summarizing your findings, including any deficiencies, observations, or violations. These reports are to be shared with the Project Team. You will also review design plans, specifications, submittals, and vendor instructions to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, providing feedback and recommendations to designers or contractors to address any issues. Collaboration with project stakeholders, such as contractors, engineers, equipment vendors, and other Construction team members, will be essential to coordinate inspections, address concerns, and provide guidance on electrical systems.
Responsibilities:
Inspect and evaluate Electrical & Instrumentation systems and equipment throughout the construction phase and up to the handover to the end-users
Verify installation are per the manufacturer's installation instructions/recommendations
Identify deficiencies, defects, damages, or non-compliance issues and provide recommendations for issue resolution or improvements
Prepare detailed inspection reports summarizing findings, including deficiencies, observations, or violations, to be shared with the Project Team
Review design plans, specifications, submittals, and vendor instructions to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
Provide feedback and recommendations to designers or contractors to address any issues
Collaborate with project stakeholders, such as contractors, engineers, equipment vendors, and other Construction team members to coordinate inspections and address concerns
Examine various instrumentation systems to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and project specifications
Requirements:
Over 3-5 years of E&I construction experience, with a focus on inspections and quality assurance
Leads inspections independently; identifies non-conformance issues and coordinates resolution with project stakeholders; prepares detailed technical reports
Proficient in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and codes; capable of conducting inspections on moderate to complex projects
OSHA 10
Proficient in aerial man lift operations
Any of the following or relevant inspector certifications (preferred not required): IAPMO CPI, ICC, ASHRAE, ISA, NICET, API 570, API 577, AWS, ASNT
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
Required Skills
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