EHS Specialist

What to Expect Tesla is seeking an ambitious Specialist to support the Fremont Factory EHS functions. This role offers the opportunity for growth in technical and professional skillsets. 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 a 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. 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 environment Partner with other EHS functions (Industrial Hygiene, Construction Safety, Hazardous Waste, Environmental, Ergonomics, etc.) to address needs unique to manufacturing operations Analyze incident trends and use risk‑assessment methods to identify continuous improvement projects that reduce injury, illness and environmental impact events Facilitate incident investigations from a Learning Teams approach, ensuring that preventative actions address system causes and not just individual behaviors Assist with field work EHS‑impacts oversight, participating in pre‑job planning and verification of controls/safeguards before starting work Ensure the EHS Management System elements are applied effectively throughout Manufacturing Operations. Develop new procedures, inspections, trainings, or reports as needed Implement 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 experience Minimum 3 years of work experience as an environmental, health or safety professional, preferably in a manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, or similar workplace Experience leading EHS program development, training all levels of personnel, and influencing/managing change Strong, 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 management Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines Excellent customer service skills Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, etc.) Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 $70,400 - $120,000/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. #J-18808-Ljbffr