Robotics Technical Program Manager, Actuator Manufacturing Tesla Motors, Inc. 104,000 - 234,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jul 07, 2026
What to Expect
As an Actuator Manufacturing Technical Project Manager, you'll support cross-functional teams in process development,and capabilityexpansion to enable in-house actuator manufacturing. You'll balance technical expertise with strong organizational and communication skills to ensure projects meet quality, cost, and schedule targets. This role requires close coordination between engineering,manufacturing,operations,factory,supply chain, and quality teams to drive executional excellence. A successful candidate will be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, plan strategically and execute with excellence. What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end project management for actuator manufacturing from process development to manufacturing line implementation
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
Coordinate with cross functional teams on multiple continents to prioritize and manage high-impact changes and drive improvements to all relevant project schedules
Drive design-for-manufacturability and process capability improvements
Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal teams and suppliers
Manage technical documentation, validation, and production readiness reviews
Track and report project status using KPIs and performance metrics
Support sourcing, tooling, and supplier qualification for actuator components
Coordinate production ramp-up efforts, including process validation and operator training
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and project execution What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
3+ years of experience in project management in a manufacturing environment, with a preference of high-volume manufacturing
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, machining, assembly, and testing processes
Proactive, highly organized, and detail oriented, with strong technical communication ability - able to drive improvements across a global interdisciplinary team
Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project and Jira
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a results-driven mindset 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
$104,000 - $234,000/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.