Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Environmental Engineer

Environmental EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; PE or CHMM is a plus, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience managing multi-media environmental permitting and compliance programs in the semiconductor industry, chemical industry, or similarly complex manufacturing environments.
Advanced knowledge of major environmental frameworks, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and Toxic Substances Control Act, and their practical application to the semiconductor industry and research and development facilities.
Ability to translate chemical and physical manufacturing process information into accurate registrations, permit applications, emissions and waste characterizations, and compliance reports.
Experience prioritizing work and delivering multi-workstream projects on aggressive timelines in a fast-changing environment.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and work effectively with design, construction, engineering, legal, technical specialists, and leadership.
Strong analytical judgment with practical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Build, implement, and sustain multi-media environmental compliance programs covering air emissions, industrial wastewater, stormwater (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plans, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials management.
Lead environmental registrations and permitting from strategy through agency submission, negotiation, and ongoing permit compliance.
Prepare and submit required environmental reports, including Tier II, Toxic Release Inventory, Discharge Monitoring Reports, biennial hazardous waste reports, and air permit reports.
Track and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and translate requirements into clear guidance for leadership and operations.
Own environmental inspections, action tracking, and corrective actions with accountable stakeholders.
Support environmental training, internal audits, sustainability reporting, and continuous improvement of environmental management systems.
Oversee agency inspections and maintain constructive working relationships with federal, state, and local regulators.

Desired Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) credential.

Category	Terafab
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	279096
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 a Lead Environmental Engineer to build, implement, and sustain multi-media environmental compliance and risk management programs through construction, commissioning, and manufacturing. You will work cross-functionally with design, engineering, infrastructure, facilities, and production to ensure compliance and control environmental risks.  </p>

Job Responsibilities

Build, implement, and sustain multi-media environmental compliance programs spanning air emissions, industrial wastewater, stormwater (SWPPP), Spill Prevention, Controls, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials management

Lead environmental registrations and permitting from strategy through agency submittal, negotiation, and ongoing permit compliance

Prepare and submit required environmental reports, including Tier II, TRI, DMRs, biennial hazardous waste reports, and air permit reports

Track and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations; translate requirements into clear guidance for leadership and operations

Own environmental inspections, action tracking, and corrective actions with accountable stakeholders

Support environmental training, internal audits, sustainability reporting, and continuous improvement of environmental management systems

Oversee agency inspections and maintain constructive working relationships with federal, state, and local regulators

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; PE or CHMM a plus, or equivalent experience

7+ years managing multi-media environmental permitting and compliance programs in the semiconductor industry, chemical, or similarly complex manufacturing environments

Advanced knowledge of major environmental frameworks (CAA, CWA, RCRA, NEPA, TSCA) and their practical application to the semiconductor industry and R&D facilities

Proven ability to translate chemical and physical manufacturing process information into accurate registrations, permit applications, emissions/waste characterizations, and compliance reports

Experience prioritizing work and delivering multi-workstream projects on aggressive timelines in a fast-changing environment

Clear, concise communicator who can work effectively with design, construction, engineering, Legal, technical specialists, and leadership

Strong analytical judgment with practical problem-solving and decision-making skills

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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