Technical Program Manager, Automation & Controls

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Technical Program Manager with expertise in advanced automation and controls systems for industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in automation, electrical and instrumentation engineering and a proven ability to manage projects from initial concept through execution.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the kickoff and planning of engineering project scopes including the development of cross-discipline schedules, budgets, resource forecasts, and procurement plans
• Coordinate the execution, review and approval of engineering designs
• Act as a key stakeholder for quality of design ensuring it meets projects requirements
• Facilitate cross-functional collobartion with R&D, technology, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance teams to ensure designs are constructable, operable and maintainable
• Write detailed and thorough bid packages, clear communication expectations to bidders, and validating contractors are qualified to execute the scope
• Track and understand all project costs at a fundamental level, challenging design revision, RFIs and change orders to ensure Tesla receives the best value
• Ensure projects are started and executed with a focus on building advanced automated systems to optimize operations

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 4+ years’ experience in technical project management
• Demonstrated application of project and program management fundamentals to complex engineering problems
• Ability to effectively execute many projects and tasks in parallel
• Demonstrated experience creating, maintaining and communicating schedules
• Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills
• Knowledge of electronics fundamentals, ability to understand sophisticated electronics system design preferred

Compensation and Benefits

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

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