Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell NPI

Tesla is a leading automotive and clean energy company revolutionizing electric vehicles and sustainable energy solutions.
$88,000 - $186,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell NPI

Tesla is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead their New Product Introduction (NPI) team for 4680 cell production at their Kato facility in Fremont, CA. This role combines technical leadership with program management, focusing on validating and scaling manufacturing processes for Tesla's innovative battery technology.

The position requires deep engagement in product design and manufacturing processes, leading cross-functional teams through various development phases. You'll be responsible for coordinating trials and builds across different maturity levels, from early development to mass production. The role demands strong technical expertise combined with excellent project management skills to drive complex changes in manufacturing systems.

Working at Tesla's development-heavy Kato site, you'll interact with multiple departments including safety, design, manufacturing, quality, and engineering. The role offers an opportunity to directly impact Tesla's battery production capabilities, a crucial component of their electric vehicle and energy storage systems.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $88,000 to $186,000 annually, plus additional cash and stock awards. Tesla offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits. The position requires 3+ years of experience in technical program management within high-volume manufacturing.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and has a strong technical background combined with program management expertise. You'll be at the forefront of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy through innovative battery technology.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell NPI

  • Lead product/process changes & support development of manufacturing processes for 4680 cell production
  • Lead team in testing and validating systems, parts, & processes involved in cell production
  • Drive trials/builds on pilot/mass-production representative scale
  • Maintain program roadmaps
  • Lead deep-dive technical challenge forums
  • Align cross-functional members to common program priorities & KPIs
  • Establish/maintain validation standards
  • Develop testing protocols
  • Support design and engineering teams in early development trials/builds
  • Analyze and determine optimal solutions for change coordination

Requirements For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell NPI

  • Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc. or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience as a Technical Project/Program Manager in high-volume manufacturing
  • Experience in New Product Introduction or product/process launches
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with pilot and/or mass production manufacturing
  • Strong engineering skills and proven track record
  • Production Operations Knowledge
  • Understanding of manufacturing validation process

Benefits For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Cell NPI

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Commuter Benefits
Parental Leave
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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