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Associate Environmental Engineer

Tesla

Location

Sparks, NV

Type

Full-time

Posted

4/22/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate Entry-Level
Approval 99.3%·Filings 1,102·New hires 320·
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·FY 2025

Job description

Tesla is looking for an Associate Environmental Engineer to support environmental compliance programs at the Gigafactory Nevada campus. The role involves developing and improving programs within the EHS Management System framework while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards.

Requirements

  • Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent experience
  • 0-2 years of experience managing multi-media environmental compliance programs and related projects
  • Experience preparing air permit applications, air permit recordkeeping, or environmental reports
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with production employees, engineers, legal counsel, technical specialists, and management
  • Foundational knowledge of EHS laws (EPCRA, RCRA, IFC, DOT, CAA, CWA, OSHA, etc.), regulations, and standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, update, and maintain Discharge Monitoring Reports for relevant water permits, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Reclaim Water Management Plans (RWP), and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
  • Support Air Permit Evaluations and Compliance Recordkeeping & Monitoring
  • Support EPCRA environmental report preparation, including Toxic Chemical Release Inventory and Tier II (Hazardous Materials Storage Permit)
  • Support the completion of waste classifications for new waste streams, sample coordinating & data analysis
  • Manage the chemical inventory auditing program by partnering with EHS and production stakeholders
  • Prepare environmental pollution release calculations and develop, track, and report environmental metrics

Benefits

  • Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.

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