Technical Project Manager, Optimus
The Optimus Technical Project Manager will be responsible for project management within the Optimus Manufacturing & Production sustaining team at the Tesla Factory in Fremont, CA. This includes managing technically oriented projects from initial scoping exercises through to implementation, as well as driving continuous improvement projects with cross functional teams to drive Key Performance Indicators through the life of the product on an aggressive ramp timeline. The Technical Project Manager will facilitate strong partnerships between cross-functional teams to develop a schedule for key deliverables, track their progress against these plans, and ensure projected goals against Key Performance Indicators are met with exceptional quality, performance and cost. What You'll Do Work cross functionally to identify bottlenecks, coordinate run at rate/burst builds, capacity analysis, create waterfall charts, and drive OEE improvements methodically through high impact projects, taking a data driven approachParticipate in and lead various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide concise and clear updates on status, action plans, and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive levelDefine and document engineering program goals, scope, and requirements in alignment with stakeholders to ensure shared understanding and success. Follow these initiatives with engineering and production teams from concept to completionManage scope, schedule changes, risks, and issues, developing mitigation and contingency plans to protect timelines, deliverables, and overall Optimus manufacturing program objectivesDrive continuous improvement using project management methodologies and processes, enhancing efficiency and outcomes for cross-functional engineering teamsManage change control to ensure highest quality execution for sustained continuous improvement What You'll Bring Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering management or equivalent experience3-5 years experience in project management experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment, with experience launching new manufacturing lines to a high production rate and OEEExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenExperience doing technical presentations in a concise manner to senior leadership and writing executive reportsProven ability to rapidly grasp complex technical conceptsAbility to work cross-functionally and manage large teamsWorks well under pressure and can manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyAbility to adapt to changes quickly Benefits
Compensation and 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 $96,800 - $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. , Tesla
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