Permitting Specialist, Charging

Tesla seeks a Permitting Specialist for our Supercharger team. The Permitting Specialist will be the main accountable associate for permitting requirements originating from the design and development teams and will work directly with jurisdictions to bring projects through the permitting process.

The candidate must have an aptitude for and interest in large-scale project development in a rapidly growing, competitive, and dynamic marketplace. Candidates must have a strong understanding of large-scale, complex, project siting and permitting processes. EV experience and/or related energy background strongly preferred. Understanding of and experience working with utilities, and regulatory entities (federal, state, and local) is highly valued.

- Perform a variety of routine and complex clerical, administrative and technical work in the processing and issuance of a variety of permits
- Review and understand federal, state and local permitting regulations and processes as they relate to potential project sites. Work with design team to facilitate permit drawings and construction documents related to Supercharger sites
- Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, including, but not limited to Code Enforcement Staff, Building Inspectors, Members of City Councils, Planning and Zoning Staffs, Commissions and various neighborhood groups. Update notes in an internal database and spreadsheets for all related tasks and manage project status changes
- Identify common issues and develop suitable solutions and processes
- Follow up on inquiries about project status in a timely, efficient, and professional manner
- Call cities and counties for application process, costs, status updates, & to confirm jurisdiction
- Drive permitting and inspection process improvements and code compliance updates through strategic engagement with local government staff. Coordinate with Policy team on local escalations requiring elected official engagement and local ordinance passage

- Proven capability of working in a fast paced and always changing environment
- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving mentality
- Experience working with regulatory entities (federal, state, and local) is highly valued
- Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage shifting priorities
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

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
Expected Compensation $102,600 - $153,900/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.