Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Structural Engineering Technical Lead

Structural EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience.
At least 8 years of professional experience in structural engineering, including at least 3 years focused exclusively on high-tech facilities such as semiconductor, data center, biotech, or advanced manufacturing.
A Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing in Texas, or eligibility for reciprocity; a Structural Engineer (SE) license is preferred.
Familiarity with Revit Structural and experience with Navisworks or Revizto.
Deep familiarity with U.S. building codes, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC, and industry-specific design standards.
Experience delivering projects in fast-paced, integrated owner-led environments.
Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and secure cross-functional buy-in.

Responsibilities

Lead design and construction for new and renovation projects at industrial, manufacturing, data center, semiconductor, and other high-tech facilities.
Conduct and review structural analyses, including finite element modeling (FEM), thermal expansion, vibration transfer paths, foundation systems for sensitive equipment, and vibration isolation or control strategies.
Provide technical leadership in multidisciplinary design teams, coordinating with Civil, A/MEP/F, Process, Controls, and Commissioning (CX) teams.
Develop and enforce design standards and procedures for high-tech facility construction, including tolerance specifications and interface coordination with specialty systems such as chemical gas delivery and wastewater treatment.
Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of internal and external design deliverables, including calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Support project delivery through preliminary design and planning estimates with limited scoping, design development, constructability reviews, and construction administration.
Advise senior stakeholders and leadership by presenting design options, trade-offs, and risk assessments clearly and concisely.

Desired Qualifications

A Structural Engineer (SE) license is preferred.

Category	Terafab
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	283073
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla is seeking an experienced Structural Technical Lead with a proven track record in the design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects, including industrial, manufacturing, data center, semiconductor, and other high-tech facilities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the structural analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, along with the ability to drive multidisciplinary coordination with Architecture, MEP, Piping, and Process teams.<br><p>This role is for a Technical Lead who will own and guide the resolution of complex structural challenges in high-tech and critical infrastructure environments. Responsibilities span all project phases from conceptual planning through detailed design and construction, while setting technical direction, ensuring full alignment with project-specific requirements, and interfacing directly with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver robust, constructible solutions.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Lead the design and construction of a variety of new and renovation projects for industrial, manufacturing, data center, semiconductor and other high-tech facilities
Conduct and review structural analyses, including advanced finite element modeling (FEM), thermal expansion, vibration transfer paths, foundation systems for sensitive equipment, and vibration isolation/control strategies
Provide technical leadership in multidisciplinary design teams, coordinating closely with Civil, A/MEP/F, Process, Controls and Commissioning (CX) teams
Develop and enforce design standards and procedures specific to high-tech facility construction, including tolerance specifications and interface coordination with specialty systems (e.g., chemical gas delivery, wastewater treatment)
Perform QA/QC reviews of both internal and external design deliverables, including calculations, drawings, and specifications
Support project delivery phases including preliminary design and planning estimates with limited scoping, design development, constructability reviews, and construction administration
Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders/leadership, presenting design options, trade-offs, and risk assessments clearly and concisely

Job Requirements

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum 8 years of professional experience in structural engineering, with at least 3 years focused exclusively on high-tech facilities (semiconductor, data center, biotech, advanced manufacturing)
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in good standing in the State of Texas (or eligible for reciprocity. Registered Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
Familiarity with Revit Structural and experienced with Navisworks/Revizto
Deep familiarity with US building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC) and industry-specific design standards
Experience with project delivery in fast-paced, integrated owner-led environments
Strong communication skills: ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and secure cross-functional buy-in

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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