Technical Program Manager, Energy, Manufacturing

Due to recent growth Tesla's Gigafactory New York is currently seeking a Technical Program Manager assigned to support cross-functional Engineering teams and site-wide initiatives. This role will manage projects for Controls, Test, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering teams. Tesla is a fast-paced environment, so being self-motivated and consistent is critical. Managing the schedules, budget, and resources of projects at Tesla requires an individual who is passionate about our mission, has a bias for action, and is focused on collaborative solutions. Our program schedules require the Project Manager to understand the dependencies and challenges of each project and how the priority of each project compares to the next. Project Managers are also expected to translate technical status coming from multiple sources into a concise and complete message that is appropriately communicated to the team members and the project stakeholders.


Responsibilities

• This role is part of the Engineering team at GigaNY and will support the team by managing program delivery on continuous improvement and capital projects
• Collaborate with program, design, safety, quality, IE, facilities, materials, planning, NPI, tech writing, operations, sustaining, and maintenance to ensure alignment and timely completion of actions to achieve success
• Support success of Manufacturing Engineering team by taking workload stemming from organization and collaboration from engineering resources to free up their bandwidth for engineering tasks
• Lead daily standups on goals and risks during equipment installation and commissioning to motivate team and maximize rate of progress
• Ability to forecast risks to cost, scope and time and gather the right resources to mitigate them
• Establish a project structure and track actions, due dates, and assignees, and diligently keep track to ensure timely completion
• Establish critical path and escalate issues which gate progress appropriately as they arise
• Display a positive attitude and practice strong work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of Tesla. Be open to feedback and demonstrate drive to learn and continuously improve
• Demonstrate experience with data analysis and standard project management data visualization tools

• Ensure quality, safety, and documentation are prioritized during all aspects of the project environment, health, and safety are taken into account in all activities and manufacturing validations

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
• Engineering internship experience
• Can communicate with technical and non-technical (management) teams effectively
• Able to prioritize effectively and stay organized under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Strong bias for action
• Interest in adding or improving processes where appropriate
• Experience in Production/Manufacturing environment, capital equipment, and new product introduction is preferred
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly
• Ability to be effective as a matrix manager

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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


• Associate Technical Program Mgr - $74,800 - $112,200/annual salary
• Technical Program Mgr - $85,000 - $127,500/annual salary
• Sr Technical Program Mgr - $105,400 - $158,100/annual salary
• Staff Technical Program Mgr - $122,400 - $183,600/annual salary
• Sr Staff Technical Program Mgr - $146,200 - $219,300/annual salary
• Principal Technical Program Mgr - $170,000 - $255,000/annual salary
, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay 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.