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Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit
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Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA (In Person)
$176,536 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Technical Program Manager, Drive Unit Tesla Motors, Inc. 112,000 - 217,200 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jun 06, 2026
What to Expect
We areseekinga highly motivated and experienced Technical Program Manager to join our dynamic team inDriveUnit. As a Technical Program Manager, you will drive thedevelopment and introduction of newDriveUnittechnologies, products, and processes,ensuringtimelyand successful implementation. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex engineering programs, and ensure adherence toour development process, productquality,and timelines. Your primary focus will be on overseeing theimprovements to our existing Drive Units as well as launching newDriveUnits, collaborating with variousglobalteams to identify areas for improvement, and implementing efficient solutions to meet business objectives. You willbe responsible fordeveloping andmaintainingrelationships with cross-functional partners, including engineering, manufacturing,andsupply chain teams. If you're passionate about leading innovative projects, driving technical excellence,pushing technological boundaries,and fostering collaboration among diverse teams, we encourage you to applytothis exciting opportunity. What You'll Do
Act as engineering program owner forDriveUnitprogram launches and design improvements
ManageDrive Unitbuild plans, partslogistics, and support robust engineering build execution
Coordinate design changes with cross-functional teams and support their cut-ininto production
Track andmaintainkey component and program metrics including schedule, reliability, performance, cost, and mass
Lead cross-functional teams in planning, executing, and delivering engineering programs forDrive Unit
Foster open communication among cross-functional teams to facilitate effective collaboration
Proactivelyidentifypotential issues and develop mitigation strategies What You'll Bring
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience
1-2+ years of experience insuccessfullymanaging complex engineering programs from concept to productionandhigh-volumeramp
Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and methodologies
First principals thinking and a positive can-do attitude
Strong technical aptitude in manufacturing processes (e.g., automation, DFMEA)
Proactive, highlyorganizedanddetail-oriented, withstrong technical communication ability
Abilityto drive improvements across a global interdisciplinary team 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
$112,000 - $217,200/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.