What to ExpectCutting edge battery technology is at the heart of Tesla’s business, and the Tesla in-house cell team is looking for a highly motivated Technical Program Manager who will take cell programs from conceptual design through mass production. This role requires deep familiarity with lithium-ion cell design, a passion for launching new technologies, and an unparalleled ability to pull people together to make things happen. Our cell technologies and in-house manufacturing processes push the limits of what is physically possible. This requires you to be technically curious, detail oriented, and comfortable delivering results in an unstructured environment. You will be at the center of our technology teams, driving collaboration between Cell Design, Cell Modeling, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production. You will work to understand the opportunities, challenges, and dependencies of each project and translate scattered information into a clear execution plan that each member of the team can understand. You will aim to reduce ambiguity in Tesla’s plans while delivering on our commitments to Tesla’s pack and vehicle teams. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment, so being self‐motivated and comfortable with ambiguity is critical. Managing the technical scope, schedules, and staffing of projects at Tesla requires an individual who is passionate about our mission, has a bias for action, and is focused on collaborative, technically robust solutions.  What You’ll DoLead a cross-functional team to ensure successful launches of new battery cellsCollaborate across sites to solve complex cell design, qualification, and ramp problemsCreate, maintain, and communicate cell program schedules though all program phases: development, design lock, qualification, process development, ramp, and launch.Coordinate milestones with technology development, product design, manufacturing engineering, facilities, and production teamsFacilitate design & troubleshooting conversations within the technical working teamIdentify program risks or gaps with no clear ownership and ensure they are appropriately addressed and closedTrack program risks and report effectively on status, blockers, and changesTravel to lab, pilot and production sites to provide on-site leadership during critical phases of the cell program lifecycleDevelop and maintain effective communication channels to all stakeholders, including key executivesIdentify team priorities and motivate the project team to complete critical tasks within time and resource constraints What You’ll BringDegree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience4+ years of experience in a mix of engineering and project management fieldsDeep familiarity with lithium-ion battery design, battery materials, and cell developmentExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenWorks well under pressure, adapt to changes quickly, and manage conflicting prioritiesAbility to work cross-functionally and lead large teamsAble and willing to travel to Tesla or vendor sites up to 20% of the timeExperience in a high-throughput manufacturing environment (semiconductor, solar, batteries, specialty chemicals) is preferred

Fremont, California

Full time