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Engineering Program Manager, Solar
-, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Tesla's Energy Engineering group seeks a highly motivated individual to program manage both existing and new design engineering initiatives for the Solar program. This cross-functional role requires coordination among various groups within and outside of Tesla. You will interface with design engineering, manufacturing engineering and operations, supply chain, compliance, reliability, and field operations to drive the development of new product programs and manage changes to existing programs.As part of the design engineering team, you will be deeply involved in the design and manufacturing engineering processes, shepherding projects from concept through prototype validation to production ramp. Your engineering background will be crucial in understanding product and manufacturing requirements, assessing technical risks, and developing validation strategies to accelerate development and manufacturing processes. You will communicate and present project status, highlight schedule risks, and develop recovery plans for any project delays.As an Engineering Program Manager, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy on your programs while contributing to the development of tools and processes that enhance organizational productivity.You will be based in the Bay Area (Fremont) with some travel to our manufacturing facilities in California or Nevada as needed.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations, Facilities and Construction, Reliability, Test, Supply Chain, and other supporting functions to identify and scope projects for key solar and residential product design and manufacturingManage product cost reduction and quality improvement initiativesCreate, maintain, communicate, and present schedules for design and manufacturing engineering projects to the engineering leadership teamPrioritize the engineering team's work based on risk, resources, and potential returnIdentify innovative solutions to overcome obstacles and adhere to schedules despite setbacksDefine processes to enhance risk and change management
RequirementsProven experience in managing engineering projects for mass-produced productsExperience with the engineering product design cycle, manufacturing line setup, and ramp-up to mass productionExpertise in creating, maintaining, and communicating project schedulesStrong understanding of multilevel Bill of Material hierarchy, including hardware and software componentsComprehensive knowledge of the product release cycle, particularly in relation to the creation and change management of parts and BOM structuresAbility to inspire confidence across multiple layers of management, from executives to associatesDetail-oriented with excellent record-keeping and organizational skillsAbility to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teamsDegree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related field) or equivalent experience
Compensation and BenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation$88,000 - $300,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations, Facilities and Construction, Reliability, Test, Supply Chain, and other supporting functions to identify and scope projects for key solar and residential product design and manufacturingManage product cost reduction and quality improvement initiativesCreate, maintain, communicate, and present schedules for design and manufacturing engineering projects to the engineering leadership teamPrioritize the engineering team's work based on risk, resources, and potential returnIdentify innovative solutions to overcome obstacles and adhere to schedules despite setbacksDefine processes to enhance risk and change management
RequirementsProven experience in managing engineering projects for mass-produced productsExperience with the engineering product design cycle, manufacturing line setup, and ramp-up to mass productionExpertise in creating, maintaining, and communicating project schedulesStrong understanding of multilevel Bill of Material hierarchy, including hardware and software componentsComprehensive knowledge of the product release cycle, particularly in relation to the creation and change management of parts and BOM structuresAbility to inspire confidence across multiple layers of management, from executives to associatesDetail-oriented with excellent record-keeping and organizational skillsAbility to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teamsDegree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related field) or equivalent experience
Compensation and BenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation$88,000 - $300,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr