Equipment Safety Engineer Tesla - 3.3 Elgin, IL Job Details Full-time $82,440 - $285,120 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Flextime Adoption assistance Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Employee discount Benefits from day one Pet insurance Qualifications Industrial equipment design Electrical automation system implementation PLC-based control system operation Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Fanuc ISO standards 5 years Mechanical Engineering Mechanical system commissioning projects Electrical system design Robotics engineering Equipment troubleshooting Electrical engineering Technical solutions implementation Collaboration with product development teams Bachelor's degree in engineering Industrial Engineering Team training Implementation of OSHA safety standards Organizational skills Collaboration with manufacturing teams Engineering product development Design for manufacturability (DFM) Industrial equipment Technical training Technical troubleshooting support NFPA standards Training & development Full Job Description What to Expect Tesla is at the forefront of designing and building cutting-edge products and places, and as an Equipment Safety Engineer within our Environmental Health, Safety, and Security (EHS&S) team, you will be part of this innovative journey. You will be integral to the Global EHS Design & Engineering team, providing technical expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and ensuring safety in our turn-key factory designs for current and future locations worldwide. This role involves working closely with the New Programs Engineering, SI & Robotics, Manufacturing, and design teams to develop technically complex safety solutions that ensure compliance and standardization across vehicle, energy design, factory design, and launch. Your work will bridge the gap from concept to production, focusing on integrating safety from the initial stages of design, manufacturing and build through to the final product. You will collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, external vendors, and technology partners to promote safer work environments, more efficient processes, and maximize human performance and well-being within Tesla's mission to build the machine that builds the machine. What You'll Do Lead Machine Safety design and manufacturing across Vehicle, Energy, and SI products and programs, along with safeguarding development and production processes while advancing Tesla's mission Perform technical analyses on designs for automation, robots, and manufacturing equipment to evaluate against internal and international standards, providing design recommendations that enhance safety Utilize

ANSI, ISO, RIA, NFPA, IBC, OSHA

standards to ensure compliance in vehicle, robotic, and manufacturing designs, particularly focusing on SI integration and automation safety Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to ensure manufacturers have incorporated applicable ANSI and OSHA standards into the equipment, and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to confirm equipment safety for operation Partner with internal subject matter experts from Design, Engineering, Manufacturing to review and improve safety in designs, facilitating safety-focused innovations Conduct safety training for New Programs to strengthen the Design, Engineering, Manufacturing team's competency with automation safety design principles, standards and practices Contribute to Tesla's Standards for hardware and software for future equipment development What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in safety engineering, with experience in AI, robotics, or large-scale manufacturing projects preferred, emphasizing mechanical/electrical/control design Proficiency with software for safety validation, design processes, integration, ensuring effective implementation (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff, Fanuc, PILZ, SICK, Keyence, and Sistema) Advanced understanding of safety systems relevant to AI, robotics, vehicle design, and manufacturing automation, including knowledge of PLC programming/troubleshooting, light curtain, area scanners, Safe Radar, Safe camera systems, safe drive systems, and safety PLC's Ability to work under pressure in dynamic environments where rapid iteration and safety assurance are key, managing competing demands with a focus on safety Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, with excellent communication skills to convey safety principles across different teams and disciplines Willingness to travel for prototype testing, Factory acceptance testing, and manufacturing commissioning, ensuring safety standards are met across all stages 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

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Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels) Expected Compensation $82,440 - $285,120/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 is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.