Associate EHS Specialist

Tesla
California
What To Expect
Tesla is seeking an ambitious Associate Specialist to support the Lathrop Megafactory EHS functions in our shared mission to accelerate to a sustainable tomorrow by being safe, fair and fun today. The EHS&S team use human and organizational performance principles to foster an engaged, agile workforce who are focused on critical safeguard verification and innovative solutions to complex technical and organizational challenges. EHS&S supports Tesla’s people and environment-focused decision making using actionable metrics, world-class resources, and exceptional talent.

They will use human and organizational principles to drive ownership of safety, health and environmental impacts, with a focus on engagement, learning from events, and systems-level problem solving. The candidate will develop, implement, and continuously improve programs within the EHS Management System framework in partnership with the broader EHS and Factory Infrastructure teams. They will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and conformance to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

What You'll Do

Actively work as a key Management of Change stakeholder on behalf of the Tesla EHS team to ensure that Production and Factory changes result in improved controls of risks to health, safety and the environmentPartner with other EHS functions (Industrial Hygiene, Construction Safety, Hazardous Waste, Environmental, Ergonomics, etc.) to address needs unique to manufacturing operationsPerform audits and inspections, document results, and verify action closureAnalyze event trends and use risk-assessment methods to identify continuous improvement projects that reduce injury, illness and environmental impact eventsFacilitate investigations from a Learning Teams approach, ensuring that preventative actions address system causes and not just individual behaviorsAssist with field work EHS-impacts oversight, participating in pre-job planning and verification of controls/safeguards before starting workEnsure the EHS Management System elements are applied effectively throughout Manufacturing OperationsImplement and support EHS KPI compliance throughout areas of ownership while creating and leading Safety Committee with Manufacturing Production teams

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, or equivalent experience1 year of work experience as an environmental, health or safety professional, preferably in a manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, or similar workplaceExperience supporting EHS program development, training all levels of personnel, and influencing/managing change to reduce risk and improve outcomes by working with cross functional teamsStrong, hands-on experience with lockout/tagout procedures, chemical management safety, construction safety, electrical safety, confined space, NFPA and OSHA requirements, incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action managementAbility to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlinesFamiliarity with industrial hygiene, industrial ergonomics, machine safety, environmental compliance processes preferredExpert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Work, Power Point, Project, etc.)

Benefits
Compensation and 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

Expected Compensation

$68,400 - $243,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

, Tesla
Posted 2026-03-10

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