Tesla Powers Up Brookshire: A $200M ‘Megafactory’ Bringing 1,500 Jobs to West Houston
Francis Page Jr. | 3/10/2025, 12:41 p.m.
Brookshire, Texas—Tesla is once again shaking up the Texas economy, and this time, it’s turbocharging job creation in the heart of Waller County. The electric vehicle and clean energy giant is investing nearly $200 million to establish a state-of-the-art “Megafactory” in Brookshire’s Empire West Business Park—bringing at least 1,500 advanced manufacturing jobs and a multi-million-dollar economic boost to West Houston.
Big Investment, Bigger Impact
In a March 5 meeting, the Waller County Commissioners Court approved tax abatements for Tesla’s ambitious new project. Tesla’s expansion in Brookshire will mirror the company’s highly successful “Megafactory” in Lathrop, California, where the company produces utility-scale Megapack batteries—powerful energy storage solutions critical to global sustainability efforts. The Lathrop facility churns out 10,000 Megapacks annually, equivalent to 40 gigawatt hours of energy storage.
This move cements Texas’ role as a clean energy powerhouse while offering local workers high-paying jobs in advanced manufacturing, robotics, and automation.
"We are building the future of energy right here in Waller County," a Tesla representative stated at the March 5 meeting. "This facility will not only bring cutting-edge technology to the region but will also create long-term, high-quality jobs that support families and communities."

From Real Estate to Robotics: Tesla’s Brookshire Blueprint
Tesla is set to lease two massive buildings in Empire West Business Park, a thriving industrial development by Dallas-based Stream Realty Partners.
Building 9 (1.04 million square feet, 111 Empire Blvd.) – Tesla is spending $44 million on real estate improvements and $150 million on cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, including automated robotic welding cells, robotic assembly stations, automatic conveyors, and gantry trains.
Building 10 (616,463 square feet, 103 Empire Blvd.) – Construction is underway, with Tesla investing $5 million in warehousing and logistics equipment to optimize operations.
Jobs, Salaries, and Long-Term Commitments
Tesla isn’t just bringing jobs—it’s bringing generational wealth-building opportunities to Brookshire and the Greater Houston area.
375 new jobs in Year 1
750 jobs by Year 2
1,500 full-time jobs by Year 3—sustained through 2035
Over $1 billion in employee salaries paid over the next decade
With competitive wages, benefits, and career pathways in advanced technology, Tesla’s Megafactory will help local residents transition into the future of manufacturing, clean energy, and AI-driven production.
"This is about more than just jobs; it’s about creating career opportunities that elevate entire communities," a local economic development official said.
The Economic Ripple Effect: More Than Just Tesla
Tesla’s 10-year commitment to Waller County will fuel:
✅ Local Business Growth – Suppliers, logistics companies, and retail businesses will benefit from Tesla’s workforce spending.
✅ Infrastructure Development – Empire West Business Park could see even more high-tech tenants, reinforcing Brookshire as an emerging innovation hub.
✅ Higher Property Values & Tax Revenue – Tesla’s $300 million in taxable inventory commitments ensures long-term economic gains for schools, public services, and infrastructure projects.
Brookshire’s Future Just Got a Jolt of Energy
With Tesla charging ahead in Waller County, the future of clean energy manufacturing in Texas looks brighter than ever. From robotics-driven production lines to high-paying, long-term careers, Tesla’s new Brookshire Megafactory isn’t just a win for Texas—it’s a win for the future of sustainable energy.
"We’re witnessing a once-in-a-generation transformation in manufacturing," said a Tesla executive. "This is just the beginning of what’s possible in Texas."
With 1,500 jobs on the horizon, a multi-million-dollar local investment, and a push toward renewable energy, Tesla’s arrival in Brookshire is more than a milestone—it’s a movement.
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