Technical Program Manager, Prototype, New Programs Engineering

New Programs Engineering Team MemberThe New Programs Engineering team works at the front-end of vehicle design and development, working in an iterative environment to study, simulate, build, and prove Tesla's future generation of vehicles. This position will interact with many cross-functional teams from the Design, Vehicle Engineering, Powertrain Engineering, Firmware, Fabrication, CNC, and Technician teams in creating different prototypes for engineering development.

The role will encompass all aspects of leading prototype vehicle projects through design, build, and FW bring up phase of a project. Applying first principles approach to problem solving tight timelines, project milestones, and material management.ResponsibilitiesCreate, maintain, and communicate schedules for all phases of prototype vehicle projectsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to track project priorities, risks, blockers, and resource balancing across multiple projectsOwn Bill of Materials for complex prototype vehicles builds to track accuracy, acquire critical parts, and communicate statusSupport team with ordering of hard to acquire parts, tools, and materialsCoordinate prototype fleet usage, testing plans, and logistics of prototype vehiclesFacilitate bi-directional team communications & logistics pertaining to deliverable projectsRequirementsDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experienceExcellent communication skills, both verbal & writtenExperience in project managing hardware systemsFamiliarity with general automotive systems ranging from electrical systems to various mechanical systemsDetail-oriented with strong record-keeping, organizational skills, and ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks in parallelDemonstrated experience creating, maintaining, and communicating schedulesAbility to work cross-functionally with engineering, technician, fabrication, and supply chain personnelCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $96,800 - $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.