Construction Safety Specialist, Terafab

About the role

• Construction Safety Specialist, Terafab | Tesla (Terafab)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 279095 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

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.

Tesla is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to join the Terafab Construction Safety team. Reporting to the Construction Safety Manager, you will provide on-site EHS support to Tesla construction teams and contractors, set clear safety expectations, and drive Tesla’s EHS standards in the field. You will influence and coach workers and partner contractors so risk is reduced in real time — not after the fact. This role is hands-on, field-based, and will require work in a fast-paced construction environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide field safety oversight on major infrastructure work; walk the job, coach safe work practices, and correct issues in the moment
• Model Tesla EHS expectations in the field; train and coach construction teams and support staff on core EHS concepts that reduce risk
• Participate in high-hazard work reviews before execution (e.g., critical lifts, confined space, high voltage, pressure testing, fall protection); review pre-work risk assessments and pre-task plans against the work in the field
• Conduct proactive field and facility inspections; document findings in Tesla tools and close improvement actions with supervisors, managers, and stakeholders
• Support construction and contractor safety meetings; advise project management on EHS requirements and practical field controls
• Perform combined safety and environmental inspections and procedural audits; take immediate corrective action when needed and brief construction leadership and contractors on findings
• Ensure work complies with applicable local, state, and federal health and safety regulations and Tesla EHS standards

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field; or equivalent experience
• GSP, ASP, or CHST preferred
• 5+ years of experience supporting construction safety on large infrastructure, industrial, or manufacturing projects
• Background in electrical, mechanical, process piping, or heavy civil work preferred
• Working knowledge of OSHA, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, and ASTM standards applicable to construction
• Clear communicator who can interface effectively across construction management, contractors, and cross-functional partners
• Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, rapidly changing construction environment

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