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Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction

Tesla
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2025 CLOSED ON 1/29/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction position at Tesla?

What To Expect
The NPI Technical Program Manager will support Engineering prototype A and B build phases (operations support and coordination, manage validation trial requests, ramp planning); lead C and D build phases (core team leadership, program schedule, build plan, materials coordination, build execution, allocation management, issue tracking.) The TPM will also lead and mentor project engineers, helping them grow personally and professionally. TPMs 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 TPM will ensure cross-functional team adherence to NPI processes and procedures.

What You'll Do

  • Manage the cross functional team to ensure NPI activities and product launches are “non-events"
  • Lead the 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
  • Coordinate with process and quality engineers to support new product roll outs
  • Own product roadmaps and perform cost analyses to reduce product cost and manage inventory
  • Aid in the development and roll-out of robust NPI procedures and processes
  • Achieve OKR(s) relating to: scope, schedule, cost, yield, rate, and capacity


  • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Evidence of exceptional ability managing multiple complex programs/projects simultaneously
  • 3 yrs. experience in mix of engineering and Project Management fields
  • Experience in Production/Manufacturing environment (semi-automated preferred)
  • Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including key items such as industrial workings between facilities/departments, line balance, OEE, error proofing, etc
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills that are tailored to various audiences: executive, non-technical and technical team members
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and manage large teams
  • Works well under pressure and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Various other activities as assigned to support NPI and/or other production departments


  • Benefits
    Compensation and 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
  • Technical Program Mgr - $85,000 - $127,500/annual salary
  • Sr Technical Program Mgr - $105,400 - $158,100/annual salary


  • cash and stock awards benefits for all levels

    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.

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