Engineering safety jobs in Lathrop, CA

Jul 27, 2026

Full time

$103,145 - $154,718 yearly

Hilmar Cheese Hilmar, CA

Site Safety Manager At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since our founding in 1984, Hilmar Cheese Company has been committed to innovation and sustainability. Our state-of-the art production facilities convert an abundance of locally sourced high-quality milk into a variety of nutritious cheeses, whey protein and lactose. The Cheese and Ingredients that we produce create a wide variety of retail and food service products from sliced and shredded cheeses, to protein supplements and infant formula. We are a trusted partner to premier food and beverage brands in more than fifty countries helping bring their vision into reality. Throughout our decades of success and growth we have remained committed to our mission and values and these principles unite our people and guide all that we do. A Typical Day Plan, administer and supervise ongoing safety...

Sep 23, 2026

Safety Restraints Design Engineer, Air Bag Systems

$91,600 - $195,600 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

The Safety Restraints Design and Release Engineer owns all aspects of airbag systems from inception, developing conceptual designs and production release to in-service vehicle life and any field quality concerns. This includes Tier 1 nomination & management, vehicle packaging, drawing releases, component and system validation, ensuring homologation requirements are met, plus preparation and manufacturing support. The Role Support restraint system integration work from design concept to vehicle validation. Provide engineering expertise to supplier and internal interfacing departments Studio and Vehicle Engineering, working particularly close to the CAE team to provide necessary design inputs to optimize the design and occupant restraint performance CAD knowledge (CATIA preferred) to package components accordingly, provide robust and efficient designs for manufacturing and general assembly processes. The candidate should be able to optimize for cost, weight and commercial...

Sep 23, 2026

CAE Analysis Engineer, Crash Occupant & Pedestrian Safety

$91,600 - $234,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Analyze and help design and develop occupant and pedestrian protection safety systems to further enhance overall vehicle safety in regulatory, consumer testing, and due care cases. Tesla is synonymous with industry leading crash safety performance and in this role, the analysis engineer will be an innovative and skilled problem solver, using all analytical tools available. Where these tools are insufficient or do not exist, they will develop novel methodologies to enable fast and accurate solutions. They will be brilliant, both technically, as an individual, and as an active member in a diverse and challenging cross-functional team environment. The Role Build state-of-the-art finite element (FE) models of vehicle structures, interiors and restraints Design and analyze restraint systems for various vehicle models Develop and apply advanced crash safety FE methodologies and analysis techniques to drive innovation in design Work closely with structure,...

Sep 23, 2026

Sr. Regulatory Compliance Engineer, Fire & Building Safety Codes & Standards

$96,000 - $222,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

The Sr. Regulatory Compliance Engineer will be responsible for energy product industry development activities regarding the governing codes, standards and regulations. The role primarily provides coverage of fire safety codes and product standards, including building safety codes, impacting the execution of energy products and informing development teams on regulatory considerations for new product design. This function includes leading and supporting cross-functional initiatives from Compliance, Engineering, Policy, and Operations to ensure streamlined approvals across North America and to a lesser extent internationally. It is the Sr. Regulatory Compliance Engineer's primary responsibility to support the team's core codes and standards development activities through research, white papers, and active participation in fire/building safety related stakeholder committees such as NFPA 855, NFPA 800, NFPA 1, NFPA 30A, NFPA 88A, NFPA 20, NFPA 25, ICC (IFC, IBC, IEBC, IRC), IEC, and...

Sep 23, 2026

Sr. Regulatory Compliance Engineer, Safety

$96,000 - $222,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Regulatory product compliance is a critical business function and a rapidly expanding sector. The role facilitates global market access by leveraging product and process legislation. Regulatory complexity is increasing and continuously evolving with many local, national and international codes, standards and regulations. The Tesla Energy Compliance team is looking for a Sr. Regulatory Compliance Engineer to support the global deployment of grid interactive energy storage system, micro-grid inverters and V2X system. In this role you'll be responsible for safety certifications, ranging from identifying market entry requirements through design consultancy, testing, certification and permitting. Participating in code development groups to advance industry standards while removing technical barriers to facilitate the deployment of innovative product technologies. The Role Run test cases on Tesla energy products for safety, functional safety and fire safety compliance....

Sep 23, 2026

Passive Safety Test Engineer, Occupant & Pedestrian Impact Safety

$91,600 - $195,600 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

As a member of Tesla's Passive Safety Test team, you will focus on occupant and pedestrian injury testing and analysis, active hood deployment calibration development, and general impact testing. You will also have opportunities to develop skills in adjacent passive safety test areas, including airbag deployments, structural loading, and dimensional measurement testing. Your work will directly support vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection test ratings. You will plan and execute test programs, analyze and monitor safety performance, and collaborate closely with design and CAE teams to optimize system-level performance. The Role Plan and manage safety test programs supporting new vehicle development, global vehicle introductions, regional/supplier changes, regulatory certification, and consumer ratings - with a primary focus on occupant and pedestrian injury testing and active hood calibration development Communicate test results,...

Sep 23, 2026

CAE Analysis Engineer, Crash Occupant & Pedestrian Safety

$91,600 - $195,600 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Analyze and help design and develop occupant and pedestrian protection safety systems to further enhance overall vehicle safety in regulatory, consumer testing, and due care cases. Tesla is synonymous with industry leading crash safety performance and in this role, the analysis engineer will be an innovative and skilled problem solver, using all analytical tools available. Where these tools are insufficient or do not exist, they will develop novel methodologies to enable fast and accurate solutions. They will be brilliant, both technically, as an individual, and as an active member in a diverse and challenging cross-functional team environment. The Role Build state-of-the-art finite element (FE) models of vehicle structures, interiors and restraints Design and analyze restraint systems for various vehicle models Develop and apply advanced crash safety FE methodologies and analysis techniques to drive innovation in design Work closely with structure, seating...

Sep 23, 2026

Passive Safety Engineering Technician, Airbag Deployment

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

Join Tesla's passive safety test team to advance vehicle safety through airbag deployment testing. This role supports vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer safety ratings by executing tests, managing data acquisition, and maintaining precision across test preparation, execution, and post-analysis. The Role Configure vehicles, components, and crash test dummies for airbag deployment tests Operate measurement systems including DTS data acquisition and high-speed cameras Record test parameters, results, and incidents with meticulous detail Maintain a safe, organized lab environment adhering to 5S standards Modify test setups using fabrication tools including mill, lathe, and welding Repair and calibrate lab equipment Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs. and operate forklifts Proficiency with hand tools, shop equipment, and Microsoft Office suite Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret test regulations...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Program Manager, Occupant Safety and Restraints

$96,800 - $217,200 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

As an Engineering Program Manager in Occupant Safety & Restraints Team, you will facilitate development, validation, and launch of occupant safety systems for current and future Tesla produced Globally. You will work cross-functionally with Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams along the full program lifecycle - from design development and validation through launch, production ramp, and post-SOP support. Your focus is delivering excellence in occupant safety while staying aligned with global engineering standards and strategies. You will drive coordination, development, and execution of engineering solutions for problem resolution, performance improvement, and cost and mass optimization. To excel in this role, you must thoroughly understand the needs of the business so you can build timelines, workflows, and plans that meet Tesla's aggressive targets. You must have enough technical depth to help cross-functional teams develop design guidelines,...

Sep 23, 2026

Emergency Response Engineer, Product Safety Engineering

$112,000 - $228,000 yearly

Tesla Fremont, CA

As a key member of the Product Safety Engineering Group at Tesla, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety of our innovative products across vehicles, energy, and robotics. Our team focuses on understanding extreme real-world scenarios to inform product design and lead the industry in safety standards. In this role, you will research firefighting solutions, develop internal safety standards and processes, and communicate technical concepts to support the creation of emergency response and public-facing documents. The Role Research and test novel and proposed firefighting tools and techniques Develop internal standards and processes to continuously improve the safety of Tesla products Support the creation of emergency response documents, focusing on firefighting and high-voltage system response for vehicles, energy products, and robotics Bring engineering expertise to multidisciplinary groups, including non-technical members Impact policy...

Sep 23, 2026

Passive Safety Engineering Technician, Crash & Sled Labs

$24.40 - $65.40 hourly

Tesla Fremont, CA

The Passive Safety Crash & Sled Test team is responsible for executing, analyzing, and reporting on crash and sled tests within required program timelines, primarily focusing on vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection crash testing. Team consists of Test Engineers and Engineering Technicians, specializing in Vehicle & Mechanical prep, Instrumentation & ATD (Anthropomorphic Test Devices, or crash test dummies), and Imaging. The Role Conduct vehicle and component-level crash and sled tests per written/oral procedures in a team environment, ensuring quality and repeatability Prepare sled bucks and test samples; retrofit and rebuild test vehicles and samples for crash and sled testing Install and remove crash and sled fixtures, lab equipment, and ballast weights Perform pre- and post-test vehicle, seat, and dummy measurements/positioning using a CMM Install sensors, operate data acquisition systems, and set up still and high-speed...

Sep 23, 2026

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Body in White, Megapack

$93,600 - $194,400 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to join our Body in White (BIW) Engineering team. This person will play a pivotal role in sustaining and improving advanced manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced, semi-automated environment. The ideal candidate has practical experience, a high aptitude for learning and adapting quickly and a track record driving continuous improvement through data-driven problem solving and mechanical design. Engineers who thrive in a collaborative environment, motivated to work closely with cross-functional teams and engage with Maintenance Technicians in order to drive operational efficiency, are encouraged to apply. The Role Sustain 24/7 manufacturing operations, utilizing working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to respond to escalations and quickly resolve equipment failures or address quality concerns. Employ structured problem-solving techniques to contain, root-cause, and eliminate...

Sep 23, 2026

Sr. Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing

$93,600 - $162,000 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

Tesla's Remanufacturing team is looking for motivated senior engineers for equipment, and controls engineering positions. This role requires rapid problem solving and ability to iterate on solutions quickly. This team is developing brand new processes for remanufacturing energy products, and you will be responsible for improving and in some cases inventing the solution to these new processes. This role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing line and emphasizes analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. The Role Troubleshoot, iterate, and solve challenging problems in real time Flexibility to work with cross functional teams to solve problems and deliver solutions on time ranging from immediate deadlines to months out deadlines Define the equipment needs for a given station to do a given process Modify PLC controls sequence logic, to enhance safety, reliability, reduce faults, and achieve production goals Configure and...

Sep 23, 2026

Process Engineer, Body in White, Megapack

$75,600 - $140,400 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

The Process Engineer will be responsible for sustaining and continuously improving manual and semi-automated manufacturing processes across Body In White operations at Tesla Megafactory. This role focuses on process execution, manufacturing standards, operator tooling, manufacturing instructions, and salable production methods to ensure safe, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing. The engineer will partner closely with Production, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Design, EHS to develop robust manufacturing methos, optimize operator workflows, reduce process variation, and improve overall production efficiency. This role will have strong ownership of process standardization, manufacturing documentation, ergonomics, and production readiness. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, data-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with aggressive production goals and continuous improvement expectations. The Role Own and improve...

Sep 23, 2026

Industrial Engineer, Energy, Megapack

$86,400 - $129,600 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

Tesla is seeking an Industrial Engineer to lead strategic site planning and operations optimization for our manufacturing facility. You will develop headcount plans, site operations strategies, shift scaling plans, cost models, and capacity roadmaps that shape site operations to translate program milestones into actionable execution plans. Leveraging mathematical modeling, simulation, and heuristic methods, you will partner with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with Tesla's production and sustainability objectives. Based in Lathrop, California, this role is critical to optimizing global manufacturing workflows and scaling sustainable production through innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. The Role Lead site strategic planning initiatives including headcount modeling, site operations strategy, shift scaling and cost strategy, new programs pilots & validation strategies, forecasting site KPI, ensuring alignment with production ramps, new...

Sep 23, 2026

Production Engineering Supervisor, Megapack (Night Shift)

$97,200 - $145,800 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to lead, support, and manage a team of technicians and NCM associates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate is a self-starter with strong leadership capabilities that can manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time. This leader will build a team that can work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and other departments, in leading Process and Non-Conforming Material initiatives. The Role Align projects to drive department goals by managing operations and driving metrics in critical areas of the Manufacturing floor. Work with engineering and production team, understand the product, process, quality control plan Lead process technicians and production team on process issues analysis and problem solving. Monitor, manage and countermeasure MMS and WIP accumulations. Monitor defect trends and escalate to responsible engineering, quality, and production teams Disposition of...

Sep 23, 2026

Sr. Environmental Engineer

$72,000 - $156,600 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

Tesla is seeking a dynamic Sr. Environmental Engineer to join the Environmental, Health and Safety Team (EHS). The role will support environmental compliance at manufacturing sites in Lathrop, CA. Reporting to the Sr. Environmental Manager for Bay Area Manufacturing, this role will be responsible for performing complex technical work in a wide range of environmental programs, including air quality compliance and permitting, chemical inventory and waste reporting, and storm water and wastewater compliance. This individual will serve as the internal subject matter expert and advise and influence internal business partners to achieve environmental performance goals. Be part of the Tesla EHS Team that builds capacity, provides solutions, and drives continuous improvement throughout the Global Tesla Organization. The Role Identify, assess, and control environmental risks and assure that Tesla operates in compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations...

Sep 23, 2026

Facilities Electrical Engineer

$82,440 - $176,040 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

The Facilities team has an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to play an integral role in the growth and maintenance of our facility. Candidates should possess direct construction experience building high-tech infrastructure and operational facilities (from industries such as semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.). This is a field based position to support 24/7 manufacturing facilities located in Lathrop California. The Role Perform Energy Audits, Provide Energy Usage Calculations Circuit Analysis for critical load throughout the plant and circuit protection for Voltage Sag for critical loads Validation, optimization and efficiency analysis for cost savings and reduction of energy throughout the plant Operate equipment and program/adjust medium voltage relays and breaker settings Prepare engineering specifications for bid invitation, evaluate, and perform bid evaluation and conformed bid evaluations for purchase related to ongoing maintenance...

Sep 23, 2026

Equipment Engineering Manager, Solar Manufacturing

$126,720 - $232,200 yearly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

As the Equipment Engineering Manager, you will own setup of an R&D site for solar, as well as uptime and continuous improvement of the Ingot/Wafer/Cell equipment in the pilot line. You will lead a team of equipment engineers and maintenance technicians fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and improvement. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in solar manufacturing environments; installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems; and familiarity working with chemicals and gasses. The Role Perform ground-up pilot line setup, ensuring all equipment is calibrated and ready for daily operations Oversee daily maintenance activities across multiple shifts 24/7, ensuring efficient operation and uptime of automated pilot line equipment. Drive OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, and Safety event response time for the solar pilot line Manage a local engineering and equipment maintenance team. Supervise a highly independent...

Sep 23, 2026

Engineering Maintenance Technician, Service Distribution

$37.38 - $49.28 hourly

Tesla Lathrop, CA

The Engineering Maintenance Technician is a hands-on automation professional responsible for keeping warehouse automation equipment safe, reliable, and available. This role maintains, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic systems; executes preventative and corrective maintenance; and sustains spare parts readiness so downtime is minimized. The ideal candidate is safety-oriented, technically strong, and able to troubleshoot under pressure while partnering with engineering and operations to improve equipment reliability and long-term sustainability. The Role Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) on automation, industrial production, and mechatronics equipment to sustain reliability and reduce unplanned downtime Respond to and repair production-down equipment as a first-line problem solver; restore equipment/ to safe operating condition Execute Corrective Maintenance on electrical, mechanical, conveyor, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC/network, and robotics...

200 safety jobs found in Lathrop, CA