Tesla · 14 hours ago
Engineering Program Manager, Thermal Systems
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$97K/yr - $217K/yr
2+ years expTesla is a leader in innovative technology, and they are seeking an Engineering Program Manager for their Thermal Systems Engineering Team. The role involves managing cross-functional programs, driving engineering initiatives, and ensuring successful project execution across various teams.
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Responsibilities
Manage cross-functional programs from end-to-end, covering various areas of thermal engineering while coordinating with manufacturing, production, design, test, and firmware teams
Facilitate technical deep-dives with engineering teams, cost analysis with global supply managers, and assembly/service evaluations with manufacturing and service engineers
Apply critical thinking to make data-driven decisions that advance key technologies aligned with Tesla’s mission
Define and drive schedules for new project launches, technology development milestones, and sustaining programs to ensure on-time delivery
Continuously improve processes and systems to enhance precision and dependability while maintaining Tesla’s signature agility
Oversee documentation to track project status and issues, ensuring timely completion
Lead teams with confidence through rapid development cycles, evolving requirements, and uncertainty
Qualification
Required
Degree in relevant Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 2 years of program or project management experience in cross-functional programs with an engineering focus and manufacturing operations exposure
Experience in fast-paced environments with end-to-end product deployment from concept through development to successful launch
Ability to operate with limited resources, work independently, meet tight deadlines, and act with urgency
Proven experience in building and managing effective program management tools and processes
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills for working in highly cross-functional settings
Exceptional organizational and delegation skills with the ability to own the product roadmap
Benefits
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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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