Structural Engineer, Infrastructure Refinery Programs

Tesla is seeking a Structural Engineer to lead structural design and delivery for multi-billion-dollar refinery projects in the United States. You will join the Infrastructure Organization's Central Engineering Team, report to the Structural Engineering Manager, and work with a n existing team of structural engineers and designers.

You will lead internal and staff-augmentation engineering and BIM teams, and serve as owner's subject matter expert when directing external consulting firms on structural packages. You will own complex structural work from conceptual planning through detailed design and construction, set technical direction, and coordinate with architectural, process, piping, and MEP teams so designs meet project requirements and can be built.

This position is available in Brookshire, TX, Austin, TX, or Robstown, TX.

• Lead structural design for large refinery structures, including steel and concrete framing, foundations, pipe racks, equipment supports, and modules
• Coordinate structural design with architectural, civil, process, mechanical, electrical, and piping/plumbing disciplines
• Lead internal and staff-augmentation structural engineering and BIM teams, and serve as owner's representative and internal subject matter expert when directing external consulting firms on structural packages
• Mentor engineers and foster a collaborative environment that supports technical growth
• Improve project workflows, standards, and handoffs so designs are consistent and constructible
• Ensure designs meet construction requirements and comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Perform QA/QC reviews of internal and external deliverables, including calculations, drawings, specifications, and submittal reviews
• Advise senior stakeholders and leadership on optimized design options, trade-offs, and risk

• Master's degree in cCivil or sStructural eEngineering and a minimum of 10 10 years of structural engineering experience in refinery, oil and gas, or heavy industrial facilities
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in good standing in Texas, or eligible for reciprocity
• Advanced proficiency in steel, concrete, and foundation designdesign of foundations subjected to dynamic equipment loads, design of including lateral force-resisting and gravity systems, welding and reinforcement detailinganalysis and retrofit of existing structures, Unistrut, and constructability, and construction sequence for fabrication and installation
• Deep familiarity with U.S. building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC) and industry standards such as PIP and API.. Working knowledge of blast-resistant design is a plus and machine foundation design.
• Experience designing anchorage, supports, and bracing for equipment, piping, conduit, ductwork, and other plant utilities
• Proficiency with RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, RAM Connections, Enercalc, and similar engineering tools
• Proficiency with BIM/CAD tools (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Tekla) is a plus
• Hands-on experience spanning design and construction in fast-paced, owner-led environments
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences and secure cross-functional buy-in
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)