Sr. Product Manager, Compliance & Fire Protection

Sr. Product Manager, Compliance & Fire Protection 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Palo Alto, CA 94304 $112,000

• $204,000 a year
• Full-time Tesla 8,318 reviews $112,000
• $204,000 a year
• Full-time What to Expect Tesla's Industrial Products team is looking for a Senior Product Manager to own the compliance, safety, and fire protection roadmap across our industrial energy hardware portfolio.

As Tesla's energy storage business scales globally and enters new markets and applications, staying ahead of evolving regulatory requirements is critical to market access and customer confidence. This role is responsible for developing strategy, defining requirements, and driving execution to ensure our products meet — and exceed — the standards that matter most to our customers and markets worldwide. What You'll Do Own the compliance, safety, and fire protection roadmap across Industrial Products hardware, including utility-scale battery energy storage systems Monitor, interpret, and translate global regulatory requirements and industry standards into actionable product requirements and development milestones Work closely with hardware engineering, product management, and legal teams to integrate compliance into product development from the earliest stages Build and maintain relationships with third-party certification bodies, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), standards organizations, and regulatory stakeholders globally Manage concurrent type testing and certification programs across multiple product lines and geographies — coordinating with labs, notified bodies, and engineering teams to hit milestones Define and drive the fire protection and safety strategy as product configurations and deployment environments evolve globally Support customers and sales teams with compliance documentation, certifications, and technical guidance for project approvals and permitting Partner with standards bodies, certification agencies (e.g., UL, NFPA, IEEE), and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to interpret, influence, and ensure compliance with key ESS safety and regulatory codes, including

UL 9540, UL 1973, NFPA 855, NFPA 70

(NEC), UL 9540A, IEC standards, and local building/fire/electrical codes Communicate compliance status, risks, and gaps clearly to product and executive leadership Track emerging requirements in key markets — North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific — and proactively plan product responses before they become commercial blockers What You'll Bring 3-5+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or regulatory affairs within the energy storage, power systems, or industrial sector Exposure to BESS compliance, safety standards, or fire protection for energy storage systems is strongly preferred Familiarity with key frameworks such as

NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A, IEC

62619, and equivalent global standards; AHJ engagement experience a plus Experience managing concurrent certification programs across multiple product lines and geographies Strong cross-functional collaboration and project management skills across engineering, legal, and commercial teams Ability to communicate complex regulatory information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working with certification bodies (UL, TÜV, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, or equivalent) and navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory environments Degree in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience Self-motivated, proactive, and energized by keeping complex products ahead of the regulatory curve Deeply believe in and love the compliance, safety, and compliance space for industrial products 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

• $204,000/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.