Process Safety Engineer, Refining Technology
Tesla
Austin, Texas Posted October 28, 2026
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Job Description
Description:
Imagine a world where infinite clean energy isn’t a promise, it’s a reality. Enabling abundant, clean energy production requires a complex supply of refined materials that are to become the backbone of Tesla’s solar manufacturing ecosystem. Tesla’s Refining Technology Team is responsible for the implementation of production processes at never-before-seen scale. If you’re a highly motivated and purpose-driven Process Safety Engineer ready to solve problems that have never been solved before, this is your moment. Join us in turning the sun’s power into the world’s most abundant, accessible energy source.
Responsibilities:
Identify and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA and local/state/federal safety regulations
Collaborate with process technology engineers to establish safe operating limits and design parameters
Facilitate PHAs and HAZOP studies at appropriate project milestones
Document and track hazard analysis action items to timely closure
Perform consequence modeling and quantitative risk assessments as needed
Develop programs to ensure OSHA PSM compliance including maintenance of documentation and audit-ready records
Establish Management of Change (MOC) procedures and ensure compliance during design evolution
Develop mechanical integrity programs for critical process equipment
Interface with regulatory agencies during permitting and inspection activities
Maintain compliance documentation and audit-ready records
Requirements:
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
4-12+ years of demonstrated experience with working with chemically hazardous or explosive processes and safety engineering
Demonstrated experience facilitating HAZOPs, LOPA, PFMEA, and other PHA methodologies
In-depth knowledge of OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119)
Familiarity with API, ASME, and other regulatory standards
Strong fundamental understanding of chemical process hazards and engineering controls
Experience with consequence modeling software is preferred
Familiarity with NFPA codes, Electrical Area Classifications, and Fire Protection Systems
Experience with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and SIL analysis
Familiarity with Incident investigation methodologies
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
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