Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

About the role

Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 272959 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Program Manager to join our dynamic team in Drive Unit. As a Technical Program Manager, you will drive the development and introduction of new Drive Unit technologies, products, and processes, ensuring timely and successful implementation. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex engineering programs, and ensure adherence to our development process, product quality, and timelines.

Your primary focus will be on overseeing the improvements to our existing Drive Units as well as launching new Drive Units, collaborating with various global teams to identify areas for improvement, and implementing efficient solutions to meet business objectives. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with cross-functional partners, including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

If you're passionate about leading innovative projects, driving technical excellence, pushing technological boundaries, and fostering collaboration among diverse teams, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity.

What You'll Do

• Act as engineering program owner for Drive Unit program launches and design improvements
• Manage Drive Unit build plans, parts logistics, and support robust engineering build execution
• Coordinate design changes with cross-functional teams and support their cut-in into production
• Track and maintain key component and program metrics including schedule, reliability, performance, cost, and mass
• Lead cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and delivering engineering programs for Drive Unit
• Foster open communication among cross-functional teams to facilitate effective collaboration
• Proactively identify potential issues and develop mitigation strategies

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience
• 1-2+ years of experience in successfully managing complex engineering programs from concept to production and high-volume ramp
• Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and methodologies
• First principals thinking and a positive can-do attitude
• Strong technical aptitude in manufacturing processes (e.g., automation, DFMEA)
• Proactive, highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong technical communication ability
• Ability to drive improvements across a global interdisciplinary team

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$112,000 - $217,200/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.