Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell Factory Development Engineering

What To Expect Battery Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting. Tesla moves quickly, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works alongside engineering groups across various disciplines, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to coordinate and manage the design, development, and implementation of pilot factories and labs to support the development of new cell products and technologies. As a technical program manager, you are responsible for managing the schedules and plan for the gamut of development projects for pilot manufacturing. 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 development roadmap for equipment. Technical program managers own driving the scope, schedule, implementation, and cost of the project but most critically how these projects align to Tesla’s product roadmap. 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

Maintain the master schedule for equipment and labs for the pilot space, ensuring alignment with Tesla's technology roadmap
Partner with cross-functional teams to pinpoint and prioritize pilot factory requirements
Oversee pilot factory designs including layouts, equipment selection, and optimized process flows
Work closely with development teams to ensure pilot factories meet their technical and operational needs
Develop and track budgets and timelines for pilot factory initiatives, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery
Proactively identify risks, bottlenecks, and mitigation strategies to streamline the development process
Coordinate with facilities and construction to ensure the spaces meet the requirements

What You'll Bring

Degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent experience
3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferred in pilot factory design and scale-up
Hands-on experience with factory layouts, material flow, logistics, equipment selection, and process development, with lithium-ion battery experience being a big plus
Outstanding communication and project management skills, including leading teams and managing budgets effectively
Solid knowledge of safety protocols and regulations, such as OSHA and NFPA standards
Exceptional problem-solving abilities, fueled by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
Familiarity with pilot factory operations, including process optimization and scaling from lab to production
Proficiency in data acquisition, analysis, visualization, and reporting systems
Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities, thrive under pressure, and deliver results against tight deadlines
Strong organizational skills, with a track record of coordinating high-performing, cross-functional teams
Experience with AutoCAD, Solidworks, or other 2D/3D design tools is a plus

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
$96,800 - $217,200/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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