Signs & Graphics Designer Jobs in Hayward, CA at Tesla
Title: Signs & Graphics Designer
Company: Tesla
Location: Hayward, CA
What To Expect
Own signage and environmental graphic projects end to end—from concept and design through vendor execution and supervised installation—across multiple workplace and lab sites. Translate commercial office and lab needs into clear, functional, brand-aligned designs that improve navigation, brand presence, and the experience of people spaces.
What You'll Do
Lead signage and environmental graphics projects end to end from brief through design, production, installation, and closeout
Design wayfinding, signage layouts, and environmental graphics for people spaces aligned with brand and accessibility standards
Create production-ready artwork files and specifications for external vendors
Localize templates for specific sites and team messaging
Coordinate with vendors on fabrication, materials, timelines, and quality to meet design intent
Conduct site surveys and measurements while supervising installations for correct placement and finish quality
Partner with facilities, workplace, and brand stakeholders on scope, schedules, brand guidelines, file management, and proof reviews
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field or equivalent experience 3–5 years of experience in environmental graphics and wayfinding for workplaces, lobbies, labs, and shared spaces
Experience owning projects end to end including vendor coordination and on-site install supervision
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, & InDesign)
Understanding of signage materials, fabrication, installation methods, ADA guidelines, and safety standards
Strong layout, typography, and attention-to-detail skills
Strong organization and communication skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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
Expected Compensation
$96,000 – $198,000/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.
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