Sr. Technical Program Manager, LFP Cell Manufacturing Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) Aug 20, 2026
What to Expect
Sr. Technical Program Manager will support the LFP Cell Production team. This candidate will be leading launch and timeline of production lines, then transitioning into a sustained role, tracking program schedule of product form, fit, function changes on the production line. The Sr. TPM will manage program schedules, resource allocation management, issue tracking, understanding how decisions in one area impact other departments and operational goals. The Sr. TPM will ensure both internal and cross-functional teams adhere to manufacturing processes and procedures. What You'll Do
Manage the cross functional team to ensure successful launches of new products into the LFP Cell Manufacturing team
Lead build core team meetings to coordinate all aspects of prototype builds, set build plans and evaluate constraints, lead, guide, and mentor junior team members
Drive material readiness with supply chain and material planning teams
Provide direction to project engineers for priorities and trial requirements; own product roadmaps
Perform cost analyses to reduce product cost and manage inventory
Aid in the development and roll-out of structure and processes
Coordinate with Process and Quality Engineers to support new product roll outs, including hand-on oversight of manufacturing trials, troubleshooting and failure mode analysis What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum 7 years' experience working in high volume manufacturing, at least 2 years in a Program Management role
Experience with running trials on a continuous throughput manufacturing line is preferred
Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, or quality control in high-volume production
Experience launching or scaling a new product or production line
Product design experience preferred
Executive level communication skills, both verbal and written to both technical and non-technical team members
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage large teams under pressure
Works well under pressure and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously;Ability to adapt to changes quickly
Ability to work additional hours (after hours and weekends) as needed 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