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Technical Program Manager, Planning, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Feb 03, 2026
What to Expect Tesla's 4680team's goal is to change the cell manufacturing industry by making the most energy dense and cost-effective battery cells in the mostcutting edge, compact and energy efficient factories in the world.Teslais looking for ahighly motivatedTechnical Program Managerto supportourcapacity expansion projectplanning globally. TheTPMwill be responsible fordevelopingandmaintainingour4680 globalcapacity plan(near term and long team), which will be used for critical strategic planning decisions. Theideal candidate willhaveproduction planning experience andexperience launching factories acrossdifferent locationsatrapid speed. The individual willpossessthe ability todeep dive intoandcritiquemanufacturingplanassumptions(yield, speed,availability, etc.)andhelpdrawusefulconclusions to drive companyplanningdecisions. What You'll Do Global strategic planningcoordination(material supplyvs. cellbuild plansvs.vehicle demand) Measureand closely trackproduction throughput and yield projections vs. actualperformance(build attainment, yields and availability attainment), compare site to siteand report out Respond to unanticipated changes and look for solutions -e.g.production shortfall vs. schedule or material shortages, sharing material / product site to site Syncwith local production plannersregularlyto check site performance and identify / escalate any production risks to global leadership team Drive workflow from site build plan changes to downstream consumer and upstream suppliercommunication Determineresource needs - people, capital, equipment -determineand track deliverables,identifyrisks and drive mitigations across all stages of the project Develop and manage project budget, track and control costs,determineand mitigate risks to costs,timelinesand project scope What You'll Bring Degree in Engineering OR equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability Experiencein manufacturing, finance, supply chainmanagementor related field Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines with strong follow through Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills Ability to write,speakand present effectively and persuasively 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