Tesla is a world-class innovator in the automotive industry. The company is on the cutting edge of green technology, and its products are top-of-the-line. Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, has long been a proponent of sustainable energy practices and electric vehicles, so it makes sense that he would also employ engineers who share his vision.
However, engineers at Tesla tend to be paid less than their counterparts at other companies because they are compensated for their work in equity rather than cash. This means that although an engineer might earn less initially than he or she would at another firm, he or she will eventually earn more through the value of his or her shares in the company.
Engineer Salary At Tesla
Common benefits at Tesla
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- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Parental leave
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Reviews about Pay & Benefits for Engineer in Tesla
4.0
underpaid
Painting Engineer (Former Employee) – Fremont, CA – February 19, 2020
For being in the bay and living in the valley wasn’t making it, The commute was killing my self and my family. If your single this place would be a good fit.
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Not the best job for a design professional
Engineer (Former Employee) – Palo Alto, CA – April 26, 2018
Not a bad place to work, but I did not feel like I had enough freedom to improve the quality of the products and services. Focus on speed & production at the expense of quality & customer service.
Pros
Salary & bonuses above average
Cons
A little too focused on speed & production at the expense of quality & customer service
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Productive, Challenging, and Rewarding
Engineer (Current Employee) – Austin, TX – April 14, 2021
This is a fairly enjoyable job. The work was fast-paced and could be stressful at times, but I have learned a lot and I am fairly compensated. I approve of the CEO.
Pros
Free lunches
Cons
Short breaks
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How much does an Engineer make at Tesla in the United States?
Average Tesla Engineer yearly pay in the United States is approximately $89,348, which is 18% above the national average.
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