Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction

The Technical Program Manager for the New Product Introduction team is responsible to take a product design change from concept to high volume Manufacturing, including all the in between. During major build events, they are the glue that manages the entire operational parameter from kickoff, track readiness, and execute by leading cross-functional teams composed of Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain. This high impact role will also facilitate problem solving from issue definition, root cause analysis, containment, preventative action, implementation and feedback. No problem is too big or small. Persistence, attention to detail, dealing with ambiguity, and ability to build strong relationships is key.

• Drive all new products or programs' introduction into the factory/factories (from program scope, product definition, MBOM creation, supply chain readiness, to implementation
• Plan, organize, and orchestrate all pre-launch build activities including slow builds, part trials, design iterations, DV/PV validation, and PPA
• Scale mass production with high reliability, repeatability and robustness targets to hit aggressive production ramp schedules with operation teams
• Approve design changes by reviewing engineering drawings (2D drawings and CAD) and engineering data (strength of materials, NVH, heat transfer, vehicle integration, and design tolerance stack up)
• Manage significant sample size part trials with Associates, Technicians, and Engineers and define KPI metrics of success (Safety, Quality, OEE, Production Targets)
• Oversee the complete manufacturing validation for the program -- drive supply chain readiness and handover from launch planning to production planning; organize and oversee factory transition; and follow-up on excess/obsolescence planning and post-program/service introduction activities
• Participate in and lead various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide concise and clear updates on status, action plans, and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive level
• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of multidiscipline (Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial) engineering fundamentals
• Ability to implement engineering 1st principles in problem solving methodology
• Strong preference on prior automotive engineering background
• Be agile to de-prioritize and prioritize based on program milestone and deliverables
• Capability to lead with high ambiguity and undefined scope
• Effectively communicate cross-functionally throughout the horizontal and vertical organization

Benefits

Along 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 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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