Sr Technical Program Manager, Cell Engineering

Cutting edge battery technology is at the heart of Tesla's business, and the Tesla in-house cell team is looking for a highly motivated Technical Program Manager who will take cell programs from conceptual design through mass production.
This role requires deep familiarity with lithium-ion cell design, a passion for launching new technologies, and an unparalleled ability to pull people together to make things happen. Our cell technologies and in-house manufacturing processes push the limits of what is physically possible. This requires you to be technically curious, detail oriented, and comfortable delivering results in an unstructured environment. You will be at the center of our technology teams, driving collaboration between Cell Design, Cell Modeling, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production. You will work to understand the opportunities, challenges, and dependencies of each project and translate scattered information into a clear execution plan that each member of the team can understand. You will aim to reduce ambiguity in Tesla's plans while delivering on our commitments to Tesla's pack and vehicle teams.
Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment, so being self-motivated and comfortable with ambiguity is critical. Managing the technical scope, schedules, and staffing of projects at Tesla requires an individual who is passionate about our mission, has a bias for action, and is focused on collaborative, technically robust solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team to ensure successful launches of new battery cells
• Collaborate across sites to solve complex cell design, qualification, and ramp problems
• Create, maintain, and communicate cell program schedules though all program phases: development, design lock, qualification, process development, ramp, and launch.
• Coordinate milestones with technology development, product design, manufacturing engineering, facilities, and production teams
• Facilitate design & troubleshooting conversations within the technical working team
• Identify program risks or gaps with no clear ownership and ensure they are appropriately addressed and closed
• Track program risks and report effectively on status, blockers, and changes
• Travel to lab, pilot and production sites to provide on-site leadership during critical phases of the cell program lifecycle
• Develop and maintain effective communication channels to all stakeholders, including key executives
• Identify team priorities and motivate the project team to complete critical tasks within time and resource constraints

Requirements

• Degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience in a mix of engineering and project management fields
• Deep familiarity with lithium-ion battery design, battery materials, and cell development
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Works well under pressure, adapt to changes quickly, and manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to work cross-functionally and lead large teams
• Able and willing to travel to Tesla or vendor sites up to 20% of the time
• Experience in a high-throughput manufacturing environment (semiconductor, solar, batteries, specialty chemicals) is preferred

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$88,000 - $300,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.