Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell Manufacturing Engineering Tesla's world-class Cell Manufacturing Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Sr. Technical Program Manager for an exciting new project. As a Technical Program Manager, you are responsible for managing projects from "cradle to grave". You will drive the development and deployment of new automated manufacturing lines, while also managing the ramp of developing ones. This includes concept through design, install, integration, ramp, and handover to production. You will use your engineering background to understand the line, construction requirements, equipment, process and product requirements, technical risks, strategy for deployment and ramp, and use these to define the manufacturing program plan. Technical program managers own driving the scope, schedule, implementation, and cost of the project as well as additional functions such as vendor relations, stakeholder management and report outs. You will communicate and present project status, highlight schedule risk, and develop recovery plans in the event of a project slip. Thus, this is a cross-functional role that requires coordination between many different groups within and outside of Tesla.
What to Expect Tesla's world-class Cell Manufacturing Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Sr. Technical Program Manager for an exciting new project. As a Technical Program Manager, you are responsible for managing projects from "cradle to grave". You will drive the development and deployment of new automated manufacturing lines, while also managing the ramp of developing ones. This includes concept through design, install, integration, ramp, and handover to production. You will use your engineering background to understand the line, construction requirements, equipment, process and product requirements, technical risks, strategy for deployment and ramp, and use these to define the manufacturing program plan. Technical program managers own driving the scope, schedule, implementation, and cost of the project as well as additional functions such as vendor relations, stakeholder management and report outs. You will communicate and present project status, highlight schedule risk, and develop recovery plans in the event of a project slip. Thus, this is a cross-functional role that requires coordination between many different groups within and outside of Tesla. What You'll Do "Concept to completion" ownership of projects; drive project from concept through handover to production, acting as single point of contactManage road-map of projects working within the framework of the overall program. Define and drive manufacturing program plans outlining strategy, scope, schedule, resource requirements, and cost targets. Own report-outs for the projects highlighting status, risks, mitigations and opportunities across all levels of management within TeslaDefine and drive goals, deliverables, risks, and mitigations across all cross-functional stakeholders including design, manufacturing, controls, process, quality, infrastructure, logistics etc. through the various stages of the project: concept development, prototype testing, engineering design, system build, integration, testing, commissioning, and rampPrioritize team project work based on schedule, risk, resources, and payback. Track status of projects and action items against the schedule. Identify creative ways to overcome obstacles and meet the schedule despite setbacks. Continuously develop and adapt processes and methodologies to the team's needsDrive review, selection, budget, and schedule of external vendors and integrators for delivery of selected manufacturing project scope. Drive vendor partnership working closely with supply chain and purchasing team and ensure alignment on engineering requirements, scope, schedule and cost What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or similar technical discipline, and/or evidence of exceptional experience3-5 years working in a manufacturing environment, in a mix of engineering and project management rolesDemonstrated experience in the management of engineering projects for mass-produced productsAbility to work cross-functionally and manage large teamsAvailability for travel domestic/international as required, sometimes multiple weeks at a timeKnowledge and understanding of Battery Cell technology a plusExperience with AutoCAD, Solidworks, or other 2D/3D design tools is a plus 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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