Technical Program Manager, Cell Materials Engineering

Technical Program Manager, Cell Materials Engineering Tesla - 3.3 Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time $96,800 - $168,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Flextime Adoption assistance Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Employee discount Benefits from day one Pet insurance Qualifications Leading team collaboration initiatives Cross-functional team management Project stakeholder communication Stakeholder relationship building Cross-functional communication Stakeholder management Full Job Description What to Expect Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Technical Program Manager to lead the qualification and introduction of new active materials—including cathode active materials (CAM), anode active materials (AAM), and/or electrolyte systems—into our in-house cell products. This role sits at the intersection of electrochemistry, supply chain, and manufacturing, requiring a strategic thinker who can drive cross-functional alignment and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for identifying, qualifying, and ramping next-generation active materials that meet Tesla's aggressive performance, cost, and sustainability targets. This is a high-impact role with visibility across Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing organizations. What You'll Do Partner with the Materials Engineering team to identify and evaluate active materials in the market and develop and execute comprehensive material qualification plans tailored to each active material class Lead cross-functional programs from active material identification through production ramp Work closely with the Cell Design team to integrate qualified active materials into new and existing cell architectures Support active material introduction into downstream electrode manufacturing processes (coating, calendering, formation) Track and manage program schedules, risks, and dependencies across multiple active material workstreams Drive collaboration with Supply Chain and Supplier Industrialization Engineers to onboard and ramp active material suppliers Coordinate supplier trials and pilot production runs, tracking deliverables and managing timelines for material delivery and scale-up Maintain program dashboards, risk registers, and status reports for leadership visibility Facilitate regular cross-functional meetings to drive alignment and resolve blockers Communicate technical progress and program status to stakeholders at all levels What You'll Bring Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent experience 3+ years of experience in technical program or project management Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional programs in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Self-starter with a bias toward action and problem-solving Experience in lithium-ion battery active materials—cathode, anode, or electrolyte development, characterization, or analysis Background in battery cell or electrode manufacturing processes 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: 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 Expected Compensation $96,800 - $168,000/annual salary + 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. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.