Sr. Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

Tesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company.
$100,000 - $186,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Automotive · AI

Description For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

As a Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) for the Tesla Drive Units, you will be working on the frontier of automotive electric drivetrains that are at the very heart of Tesla EV technology. In this unique role, you will combine your engineering expertise and program management experience to develop world-class products. You'll collaborate with Tesla's exceptional engineering teams to take new products from initial designs through prototype development to full production. Your core responsibility will be leading successful execution of new product launches and current product improvement projects.

The ideal candidate must have strong technical skills to work with multiple engineering teams and lead root cause investigations, technical reviews, testing, and validation planning. Familiarity with manufacturing, assembly, and testing requirements for EV products and a good understanding of relevant technical risks is expected. The TPM will maintain a broader understanding of multiple Drive Unit programs to direct teams on priorities and competing activities.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing build plans across multiple programs
  • Tracking key component and program metrics
  • Leading critical, high-priority action plans for design and quality risks
  • Managing prototype sourcing and logistics
  • Facilitating logistics and tracking for priority projects
  • Collaborating with other vehicle system teams on product updates
  • Leading robust execution of Tesla Engineering Development Process

The role requires a background in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechatronics, with a minimum of 4 years' experience in project management for complex electro-mechanical products. Experience in the automotive industry is desired, with a preference for experience with drive systems and drive inverters.

Tesla offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, stock options, and various other perks. The company is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

  • Maintain important program information and ensure team awareness of deliverables and critical dates
  • Manage build plans across multiple programs and coordinate with cross-functional teams
  • Track and maintain key component and program metrics
  • Lead critical, high-priority action plans for design and quality risks
  • Lead development of testing and validation timelines, DFMEAs, and DVP&Rs
  • Manage prototype sourcing and logistics for early-stage program needs
  • Facilitate logistics and tracking for priority projects
  • Document lessons learned and extend improvements across projects
  • Collaborate with other vehicle system teams on product updates
  • Lead robust execution of Tesla Engineering Development Process

Requirements For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

Java
Python
  • Background in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Aerospace Engineering or Mechatronics, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years' experience in project management for complex electro-mechanical products
  • Experience in automotive industry is desired; experience with drive systems and drive inverters is preferred
  • Proactive, highly organized, and detail oriented, with strong technical communication ability
  • Experience analyzing product metrics, business cases, and schedules for large-scale implementation
  • Evidence of exceptional ability

Benefits For Sr. Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options
  • Company Paid HSA Contribution
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time, and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, pet insurance)
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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