Tesla · 3 months ago
Sr. Manager Materials Engineering, Polymers
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$96K/yr - $270K/yr
7+ years expTesla is a company focused on accelerating the world toward sustainable energy through innovative materials. The Sr. Manager of Materials Engineering for Polymers will lead a team addressing complex polymer-related challenges, manage deliverables, and foster collaboration across various internal teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Oversee individuals tasked with delivering multiple simultaneous Polymer-specific deliverables, applying first principles to launch products on time, with superior quality, at an agreeable cost, from conception through to production
Manage deliverables, including novel materials innovations, developing materials selection tools, providing materials properties for internal customers, authoring materials standards, performing root-cause analysis, researching new technologies, and optimizing processes
Lead a team of subject matter experts in Polymer science, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance
Cultivate strong relationships and cross-functional collaboration by partnering with Design Engineering, Design Studio, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other internal teams that rely on our expertise and guidance
Coordinate with other Materials Engineering managers to ensure that the Polymer-specific workload is balanced across engineers located in other regions and teams
Plan manpower needs, recruit top talent, drive continuous improvement and recognize exceptional employee performance
Achieve results by setting priorities, communicating expectations, planning, and monitoring progress
Communicate team progress and roadblocks broadly and cross-functionally
Qualification
Required
Expertise in polymer engineering to solve complex challenges in areas such as paints, adhesives, thermoplastics, thermosets, textiles, trim, and related manufacturing processes
Degree in Polymer or Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience with at least 7 years of engineering leadership experience
Familiarity with lab tools (e.g., DSC, DMA), FEA software (e.g., LS-Dyna, Abaqus), and mold-filling simulation tools (e.g., Moldflow, Sigmasoft)
Experience with material modeling and fitting material data into simulations to improve models and predictive simulations
Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage complex projects, and meet tight deadlines
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle competing demands
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly
A proactive, positive, and resilient approach to work, with strong accountability for outcomes
Preferred
Automotive experience
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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