Technical Project Manager

Description:
As a Technical Program Manager within the Vehicle Engineering commercial software team, you will lead the evaluation, sourcing, and optimization of engineering software solutions across the global design engineering organization. You will ensure compliance, cost efficiency, and proper allocation of software resources.
You will collaborate closely with Engineering stakeholders, Software Product Managers, Global Supply Management (GSM), Finance, Legal, Infosec and IT, to support the procurement of best-in-class software tools that are aligned with business needs. Software asset optimization efforts will focus on maximizing software availability while minimizing the total cost of ownership.
In this role you will lead cross-functional teams and establish strong supplier partnerships to secure state of the art technology solutions.  Hands-on experience in Engineering Design tools and software license managers (FLEXlm, DSLS, RLM, OpenLM) is a plus.

Responsibilities:
Lead cross-functional teams to evaluate, select, procure, and optimize software solutions, ensuring seamless integration and adoption

Optimize software usage and license management, ensuring cost-effective utilization of engineering tools

Project manage cross-functional optimization efforts to ensure deliverables are achieved within agreed timelines and with measurable results

Identify and investigate opportunities to consolidate tools to improve commercial positions and reduce overhead related to vendor management

Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and internal policies; provide documentation on license policies and best practices

Develop scripts or use automation tools to streamline license tracking and reporting

Leverage license management tools to generate detailed analytics

Requirements:
Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
Project management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead and drive accountability of cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
Ability to interface with highly cross functional teams to understand needs and find balanced solutions that deliver on the needs at the lowest cost
Excellent analytical skills, with experience in industry analysis, cost modeling, and supplier selection
Strong understanding of design engineering software and evaluation frameworks
Basic understanding of software licensing models
Experience with license management tools (e.g., OpenLM, Flexera)
Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., JIRA, SQL, Tableau, Python, Power BI)
Knowledge of software procurement processes and vendor license agreements

Compensation & Benefits:
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 - $336,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.