Sr. Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction, Powerwall

Sr.

Responsibilities

• NPI Technical Program Manager will support Engineering prototype A and B build phases (operations support and coordination, manage validation trial requests, ramp planning); Leading C and D build phases (core team leadership, program schedule, build plan, materials coordination, build execution, allocation management, issue tracking).
• The Sr.
• TPM will also lead and mentor their direct reports, helping them grow personally and professionally.
• They will lead changes to sustaining products with minimal interruption to production flow.
• They will do this, while understanding their available resources and allocating them appropriately.
• Understanding how decisions in one area impact other departments and operational goals.
• They will track details and manage actions to closure.
• The Sr.
• TPM will ensure cross-functional team adherence to NPI processes and procedures.
• Manage the cross functional team to ensure successful launches of new products into the Gigafactory Nevada location
• Lead build core team meetings to coordinate all aspects of prototype builds, set build plans and evaluate constraints, Lead, guide, and mentor junior team members
• Drive material readiness with supply chain and material planning teams
• Provide direction to project engineers for priorities and trial requirements; Own product roadmaps
• Perform cost analyses to reduce product cost and manage inventory
• Aid in the development and roll-out of NPI structure and processes
• Coordinate with process and quality engineers to support new product roll outs

Requirements

Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

• Minimum 6 years experience in mix of engineering and Project Management fields with evidence of exceptional ability managing multiple complex programs/projects simultaneously
• Experience in R&D/Production/Manufacturing environment (semi-automated preferred)
• Executive level communication skills, both verbal and written to both technical and non-technical team members

Ability to work cross-functionally and manage large teams

• Works well under pressure and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously; Ability to adapt to changes quickly
• Must have command of English Language, both written and verbal

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)
• 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