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Piping Stress Engineer, Infrastructure Programs

Tesla
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
What To Expect
Tesla Infrastructure Engineering is looking for an experienced Piping Stress Engineer to join our engineering team in a dynamic environment focused on executing industrial projects. In this role, you will perform the analysis and design of piping systems to ensure structural integrity, safety, and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills, capable of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, and is comfortable executing large capital projects in a accelerated time-frame.

What You'll Do

  • Conduct comprehensive stress analysis of piping systems using software tools (e.g., CAESAR II) to evaluate thermal, seismic, wind, and operational loads
  • Design and optimize piping layouts, supports, and restraints to mitigate stresses, vibrations, and potential failures
  • Perform pipe flexibility analysis, including nozzle load evaluations and support design, ensuring adherence to codes such as ASME B31.3, API standards, and local regulations
  • Review and approve piping isometrics, stress reports, and design drawing
  • Collaborate with process, mechanical, and civil/structural teams to integrate designs
  • Perform risk assessments, including fatigue analysis, dynamic simulations, and pressure vessel interactions


  • What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in piping stress engineering
  • Proficiency in piping analysis software (CAESAR II) and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Bluebeam)
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and associated software, FE-Pipe/NozzlePro
  • In-depth knowledge of piping codes (ASME, API, MSS) and industry standards
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and troubleshoot issues in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desirable, but not required


  • 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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