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Technical Program Manager, Cell Materials Engineering

Tesla
Stanford, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Tesla is committed to hiring and developing diverse talent in all disciplines. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Program Manager to join our cell materials engineering team and drive cell material development and qualification for the next generation Li-ion battery cells. The role requires a strong technical background in battery materials, a critical-thinking mindset, a passion to launch new technologies, and demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional teams for complex engineering programs quickly and effectively. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and delivering engineering programs for cell materials development and qualification
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to identify and mitigate risks impacting project timelines and cell performance
  • Closely work with NPI teams to execute new material introduction trials and cell builds
  • Ensure clear documentation throughout material development and material qualification together with materials engineers
  • Communicate project status, risks, and solutions to stakeholders at all levels

Requirements

  • Degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of experience in both technical program management and cell materials development
  • Familiarity with cell materials design and characterization, as well as battery cell testing
  • Proficient with program management tools (e.g., Jira)
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to drive communications across cross-functional teams
  • Leadership skills with ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Experience taking a product or design from concept to manufacturing
  • Adaptability to fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
  • 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)
  • 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 - $216,000 / annual salary 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.

    Salary : $88,000 - $216,000

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