Staff Technical Program Manager

Description:
The Program Manager will be tasked with various duties in Tesla's Manufacturing/Remanufacturing facility, which will include team communications, orchestrate component level changes into the production lines and support the production launch of new products for specific engineering systems, including Infotainment, Exteriors, Powertrain, and Charging. Lead a cross-functional team to ensure engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain validation targets have been met for each change. Manage each project/program from early prototype builds through to the launch of production. Act as a liaison to the cross-functional groups in the launch of the product to ensure products are optimized for costs, manufacturability, testability, supply chain flexibility and efficiency. Drive the execution of the build plan, manpower, materials, machine, and methods in order to setup the manufacturing line to meet the business and quality targets. Following the launch, manage the flow of production identifying critical elements for resolution to ensure there is a smooth transition to production within cost, quality, and capacity parameters. Serve as liaison with Service Engineering and Planning teams to strategize vehicle product compatibility, reduce service supply chain complexity and support critical projects.

Responsibilities:
Manage team communications, logistics, and project milestones including task duration and resource usage
Create, manage, and update project scope, task lists, timelines, budget, and costs
Track and maintain supplier records and generate Purchase Orders
Create reports showing critical path activities and schedules
Lead and conduct product trial preparation: ensure part availability and line readiness
Complete Trial Report: document observations, analysis, and results, make recommendations as needed and drive solutions; record all issues found during trials and help drive to closure
Provide feedback to technical project/program manager and cross-functional team members on issues and yield impact
Support validation of manufacturing and manage engineering changes and bill of materials (MBOM)
Perform project walks with system owners, assist with writing technical documents, and support 5S projects
Ensure proper closeout of the entire project/program

Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience in related field
3+ years of progressive
experience in product development within a high-volume industry

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of project staff and organization
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced office environment, able to multi-task, meet critical deadlines with eye for accuracy and attention to detail; organized, dependable, and self-directed
Proven excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
Basic knowledge of CAD is required; CATIA experience is desirable
Willingness to be hands-on with projects throughout the factory, with demonstrated Part/Product Development experience

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
$100,800 - $227,880/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.