Lead Architect

Tesla Motors, Inc.
120,000 - 180,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fremont
Dec 12, 2025
What to Expect Tesla is looking for a Lead Architect to work ona wide array ofEngineering-Procurement-Constructionprojectsthatrequireexceptional talent. As part of the EPC group, this team is focused on designing, collaborating, and building the first home of Optimus while continue to support critical vehicle programs. Required commitment is that you bring in your passion for advancing energy sustainability, your desire to work on difficult problems pushing the limits, your willingness to value team success beyond your own, and your unwavering positive attitude towards sustainedhard work.In this role, you will be asked to be the primary architecture lead for the design and engineering efforts to support construction of infrastructure development, from concept level to production. What You'll Do Responsible for leading a team of architectsto collaborate in a multi disciplined environment Lead all architectural design concept evaluations and decisions, leading to completion of construction drawings for permit and construction execution Manage multiple projects throughout planning, design, and supportbidding, and constructionphases Responsible for developing architectural design packages for permitting and constructionReview and developarchitectural design packages for permitting and construction as well asdesigns that are cost effective, constructable, code compliant while meeting Tesla's quality and schedule requirements Present design concepts and progress at project milestones (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) design reviews to stakeholders and multi-discipline teams Develop process improvements, workflows, templates to increase design productivity, and documentpermitexemption lists, AM&Ms, Variances withlocaljurisdictions What You'll Bring Degree inArchitecture or equivalent experience Minimum of 10 years Architectural designexperience andLicensed Architect in state of California or ability toacquirestate license Experience in architectural design of buildings for high-tech infrastructure, industrial, or operational facilities (semiconductor, solar, battery, etc.) Proficient in the use of various computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD,Revitand Navisworks Professional design experience in a wide range of project types including manufacturing facilities, utility plants, office, mission critical/data centers, restaurant, high tech/R&D,bio-tech/pharmaceutical and industrial Construction Administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs, and shop drawings Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 Expected Compensation $120,000 - $180,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.