Technical Program Manager, Tabless

What to Expect

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager to join our world‑class team of engineers responsible for cell manufacturing equipment design and process development at the Tesla Cell Factory in Austin, TX. As a Technical Program Manager, you will manage projects, driving the design, development, and implementation of automated equipment.

• Concept to completion ownership of projects
• Drive project from concept through handover to production, acting as single point of contact
• Define and drive manufacturing program plans, outlining strategy, scope, schedule, resource requirements, and cost targets
• Set goals, track deliverables, identify risk and drive mitigations across all stages of the project
• Fully own project report‑outs, presenting status, risks, mitigations and opportunities to every management tier at Tesla
• Define and drive tasks to be performed by the cross‑functional team
• Identify creative ways to overcome obstacles and meet the schedule despite setbacks
• Drive review, selection, budget and schedule of external equipment automation vendors and integrators

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or similar technical engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience with flexible web handling equipment and manufacturing systems is a plus, and/or fundamental understanding of tension, speed, and alignment
• 5–8 years working in a manufacturing environment, in a mix of engineering and project management roles
• Comfortability with data visualization software such as Minitab/JMP and data analysis with SQL a plus
• Demonstrated experience in the management of engineering projects for mass‑produced products
• Ability to comprehend complex problems and break them down into manageable, clearly understood work streams
• Demonstrated experience creating, maintaining and communicating schedules
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and manage large teams
• Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities

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 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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