Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Equipment Safety Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience in equipment or safety engineering in the semiconductor or related industries.
Knowledge of machine safety systems and controls platforms.
Knowledge of safety standards including ANSI, ISO, RIA, NFPA, OSHA, and SEMI.
Experience supporting design review, FAT/SAT, and commissioning.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Lead machine safety activities across the equipment lifecycle, from concept and design through build and sustaining production.
Perform hazard analysis and risk assessments for automation, robotics, and manufacturing systems.
Ensure compliance with Tesla standards and global regulations, including ANSI, ISO, OSHA, NFPA, and RIA.
Execute FAT and SAT to verify safety requirements and ensure equipment is safe for operation.
Validate safety control systems, including functional testing of safety PLCs and safety devices.
Partner with design, manufacturing, and external vendors to develop and deploy robust safety solutions.
Support audits, change management, and continuous improvement to maintain safety.

Desired Qualifications

Certifications such as CSP or CMSE are preferred.

Category	Terafab
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	279092
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>We are building Terafab, a vertically integrated semiconductor factory at an unprecedented scale. The facility houses logic, memory, packaging, test, and lithography mask production under one roof, optimized for rapid iteration and maximum compute density per square foot. </p><p>The Terafab team is seeking an experienced Equipment Safety Engineer that will be responsible for ensuring safety is integrated into factory, equipment, and tool design from concept through production for the Austin Fab. You will collaborate with New Programs Engineering, SI & Robotics, Manufacturing, and design teams to develop standardized, high-quality safety solutions for automated manufacturing equipment. This role spans design, build, commissioning, and production support. Working both independently and cross-functionally, you will help solve complex safety challenges with practical, innovative approaches driving safer workplaces, improving efficiency. If you can think outside the box and bring a simple approach to solving complex equipment safety problems, then we need you. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Lead machine safety activities across equipment lifecycle from concept, design, build, to sustaining production

Perform hazard analysis and risk assessments for automation, robotics, and manufacturing systems

Ensure compliance with Tesla standards and global regulations (ANSI, ISO, OSHA, NFPA, RIA)

Execute FAT and SAT to verify safety requirements and ensure equipment is safe for operation

Validate safety control systems, including functional testing of safety PLCs and safety devices

Partner with design, manufacturing, and external vendors to develop and deploy robust safety solutions

Support audits, change management, and continuous improvement to maintain safe

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in equipment or safety engineering in the semiconductor or related industries

Knowledge of machine safety systems and controls platforms

Knowledge with safety standards (ANSI, ISO, RIA, NFPA, OSHA, SEMI)

Experience supporting design review, FAT/SAT, commissioning

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

Certifications (CSP, CMSE) preferred

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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