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Construction Field Engineer, Lithium Refinery

Tesla
Robstown, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
What To Expect
As a Field Engineer you will be playing a critical role in the construction of Tesla’s first lithium refinery plant near Corpus Christi, TX. You will be involved in the full life cycle of a project from design to commissioning.. This role will require collaboration across functional groups to resolve technical design issues, ensure quality installations, track and report cost/schedule metrics, and model safe work practices. This is a role that requires sound technical judgement and creative problem-solving skills to support all teams.

What You'll Do

  • Complete constructability reviews
  • Manage Request for Information (RFI) for both coordination and providing technical answers
  • Execute purchases $100k and under and support purchase orders over $100k
  • Complete and track value engineering efforts
  • Standard and specification review and development
  • Provide feedback on construction sequencing for your discipline
  • Identify and provide a path of resolution to technical field issues as they arise in collaboration with engineering, applicable contractors, and other parties as required


  • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation skills are a must
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
  • High proficiency in Microsoft products, Bluebeam, Navisworks Manage, and AutoCAD
  • Proficiency with the follow programs is a bonus: iConstruct, Ansys, Inventor, Compress, Aconex, CADWorx Plant Professional, Revit, and STAAD
  • Proven ability to identify field issues and propose efficient solutions
  • 3 years of relevant industry experience (heavy industrial, oil & gas, complex chemical plants)
  • Previous experience on $200M projects, preferably with experience on both “owner” and “contractor” side


  • 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


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    Salary : $100,000

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