Structural Engineer, Infrastructure Development

Tesla

Austin, Texas Posted October 29, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
Tesla Infrastructure Development Team is looking for a highly motivated Structural Engineer to join the Infrastructure Engineering team. The Structural Engineer will support engineering design and construction of new and retrofit Tesla infrastructure projects across North America and Latin America. This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Responsibilities:
Serve as subject matter expert of the structural discipline within Infrastructure Development team
Conduct structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, including validation and anchorage design for equipment and other non-structural components
Create and draft complete structural details, taking full design ownership from concept through construction
Collaborate with internal teams, including Design, Engineering, Real Estate, Construction, Tooling and Facilities
Collaborate effectively with external consultants, third-party partners and vendors to ensure project success
Manage and review engineering deliverables and construction documents to ensure compliance with local codes and Tesla specific requirements
Develop and improve standards, guidelines and workflows related to the discipline to ensure structural design is consistent and efficient across all Tesla projects
Think outside the box, make technical assumptions, apply engineering judgment, and challenge requirements

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent experience
2 - 5 years of work experience in commercial and industrial facilities
EIT certification or completion of the FE exam. PE license is a plus
Experience conducting structural analysis and design using both first principles analytical methods and structural software such as, ETABS, SAP2000, RISA-3D, RAM and ENERCALC
Strong knowledge of different structural systems, materials and construction processes
Familiarity with International Building Code, US and Canada National building codes and other Structural Design standards
Proficiency in 2D/3D drafting software, such as Auto CAD and Revit

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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