Construction Safety Specialist, Self Perform Electrical

The EHS Specialist – Self Perform Electrical will serve as the dedicated safety resource for Tesla’s in-house (self-perform) electrical construction teams. This role is responsible for ensuring that electrical work activities are performed safely, in compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The EHS Specialist will partner closely with electrical superintendents, foremen, and craft workers to build a world-class electrical work culture through field presence, hazard recognition, coaching, training, AI utilization and program/policy development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated safety oversight of self-perform electrical work activities including but not limited to conduit/raceway installation, wire pulling, cable tray work, panel building, switchgear installation, transformer handling, bus duct assembly, terminations, splicing, and energized work
• Serve as Tesla’s subject matter expert on electrical safety for self-perform crews, providing real-time guidance on NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart K, and Tesla-specific electrical safety requirements
• Verify proper execution of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, Tesla’s Control of Hazardous Energy program, and verification of de-energized conditions for self-perform electrical activities
• Conduct daily project walks focused on safe work practices; perform coaching conversations with workers when corrections are required
• Review and validate arc flash hazard analyses and ensure appropriate PPE categories and boundaries (Limited Approach, Restricted Approach, Arc Flash) are established and communicated per NFPA 70E
• Present material and information to the Tesla construction management team and self-perform leadership during safety meetings, toolbox talks, and stand-downs, and be a resource to the management team for guidance, assistance and directions regarding EHS requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred, or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience building high-tech infrastructure and operational facilities (Automotive, tool/equipment installation, semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.)
• CSP or CHST preferred
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing electrical safety programs, fall protection plans and critical lift plans
• Background in electrical power distribution systems including medium/high voltage switchgear, transformers, bus duct, MCCs, panelboards, and temporary power systems
• Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, NEC, GB, codes
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, NEC, GB, codes
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings

Skills

• Working knowledge of OSHA, UBC, ISO, ANSI, NFPA, NEC, GB, codes
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 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