Technical Program Manager, Cell Prototype Engineering
$91.96k - $206.34kFull-time
Tesla
What To Expect
Tesla’s Cell Engineering team at San Diego is looking for a Technical Program Manager to manage the development of innovative technologies that will redefine the industry. Be the heartbeat of collaboration, ensuring teams are hyper-focused, motivated, and hitting milestones with precision. This role requires a strong understanding of program and project management with a passion for launching new technologies. This individual will work with cross-functional teams, such as design, manufacturing, materials, and electrode. Knowledge of lithium ion batteries and materials is a plus. What You'll Do Lead the strategic orchestration of new cell technology initiatives, aligning them with Tesla’s bold roadmap and program goalsMaster the art of timing—create, maintain, and communicate project schedules, tracking critical milestones, handoffs, and deadlines with precisionDrive microschedule mastery for DOEs, equipment, and process documentation, turning complexity into clarityBridge the gap between sites and teams, collaborating with engineering teams and cross-functional TPMs to unlock breakthroughsCommand the room—lead high-impact meetings, articulating critical paths, risks, and solutions with clarity and confidenceSpark collaboration—facilitate high-energy conversations within technical teams, turning ideas into actionBe the project’s radar—track risks, report status, and escalate blockers with urgency, ensuring nothing falls through the cracksBuild bridges—develop seamless communication channels with stakeholders, keeping everyone aligned and informedEmpower the team—identify priorities, rally the groups, and fuel their drive to deliver excellence, one milestone at a time What You'll Bring Degree or Equivalent Experience in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field—with exposure to electrochemistry or PMP certification5+ years of program or project management in hardware development, with a track record of delivering under pressure and driving innovationUnderstanding of lithium-ion battery design, materials, and developmentMaster of clarity—articulate ideas with precision, whether in a meeting, a report, or a high-stakes discussionsThrives under pressure, pivots with ease, and turns chaos into clarity when priorities shiftCross-functional warrior—lead large teams, break down silos, and inspire action across departmentsReady to travel—up to 20% of the time—to Tesla sites or vendor locations 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 $91,960 - $206,340/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
Tesla’s Cell Engineering team at San Diego is looking for a Technical Program Manager to manage the development of innovative technologies that will redefine the industry. Be the heartbeat of collaboration, ensuring teams are hyper-focused, motivated, and hitting milestones with precision. This role requires a strong understanding of program and project management with a passion for launching new technologies. This individual will work with cross-functional teams, such as design, manufacturing, materials, and electrode. Knowledge of lithium ion batteries and materials is a plus. What You'll Do Lead the strategic orchestration of new cell technology initiatives, aligning them with Tesla’s bold roadmap and program goalsMaster the art of timing—create, maintain, and communicate project schedules, tracking critical milestones, handoffs, and deadlines with precisionDrive microschedule mastery for DOEs, equipment, and process documentation, turning complexity into clarityBridge the gap between sites and teams, collaborating with engineering teams and cross-functional TPMs to unlock breakthroughsCommand the room—lead high-impact meetings, articulating critical paths, risks, and solutions with clarity and confidenceSpark collaboration—facilitate high-energy conversations within technical teams, turning ideas into actionBe the project’s radar—track risks, report status, and escalate blockers with urgency, ensuring nothing falls through the cracksBuild bridges—develop seamless communication channels with stakeholders, keeping everyone aligned and informedEmpower the team—identify priorities, rally the groups, and fuel their drive to deliver excellence, one milestone at a time What You'll Bring Degree or Equivalent Experience in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field—with exposure to electrochemistry or PMP certification5+ years of program or project management in hardware development, with a track record of delivering under pressure and driving innovationUnderstanding of lithium-ion battery design, materials, and developmentMaster of clarity—articulate ideas with precision, whether in a meeting, a report, or a high-stakes discussionsThrives under pressure, pivots with ease, and turns chaos into clarity when priorities shiftCross-functional warrior—lead large teams, break down silos, and inspire action across departmentsReady to travel—up to 20% of the time—to Tesla sites or vendor locations 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 $91,960 - $206,340/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
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Technical Program Manager, Cell Prototype Engineering in California vacancy
$129k - $171k
...not years.About the RoleAs a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for Battery & Power Systems... ...embedded within our hardware engineering team, bridging the gap between cell chemistry, mechanical... ...-stage cell selection through prototyping, qualification, and high-rate...SuggestedFull timeWork experience placementImmediate start$185k - $317k
...brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code... ...join us!The mission of the Engineering TPM team is to drive Figma'... ..., and we are looking for a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to partner with our... ...include company recharge days, cell phone and home internet...SuggestedMinimum wageFull timeLocal areaRemote workFlexible hours$96.8k - $168k
...What To Expect Tesla’s Cell Engineering team is looking for a Technical Program Manager to drive Li-ion battery cell development programs. The role requires a strong technical background, a critical-thinking mindset, a passion to launch new technologies, and demonstrated...SuggestedHourly payFull timeTemporary workOverseasFlexible hours$200k - $280k
...provide cutting-edge wavelength management and amplifier technologies,... ...networks. The Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) will lead cross... ...execution across global engineering teams, including internal and... ...development lifecycles including prototyping, design verification,...SuggestedContract workFlexible hours$184k - $198k
...dashboards to provide program visibilityCollaborate with research and engineering partners to align on priorities... ...and governance. Apply technical judgment to improve... ...a Technical Program Manager-related occupation.... ...lifecycle from prototype to end-of-life or product...SuggestedFull timeWork at office$186k - $233k
...CAVehicle Development - Vehicle Integration Engineering /Full-time /On-siteZoox is developing... ...-oriented team.As the Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) for Vehicle Attributes, you will... ...vehicle systems, development cycles, and prototype/pre-production testing.Expert-level...Full timeTemporary workLocal areaImmediate startRelocation packageShift work$120k - $135k
...Technical Program Manager, Thermal Systems Foster City, California, United States We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing... ...systems, development cycles, and prototype/pre-production testing. Expert-...For contractorsImmediate startShift workALTEN Technology USA
Foster, CA4 days ago$190k - $250k
...latest Whatnot updates on our news and engineering blog and join us as we enable anyone... .... Role We are looking for a strong Technical Program Manager who will work across our Engineering... ...setup allowance Monthly allowance for cell phone and internet Care benefits Monthly...Full timeLocal areaRemote workWork from homeHome officeWhatnot
San Francisco, CA4 days ago$171k - $231.4k
...development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer... ...efforts, and keep senior management up-to-date on progress. You... ...job responsibilitiesAs a Technical Program Manager, you will engage with... ...travel to Asia to complete prototype builds to test and validate...Local areaRemote workFlexible hours$2,000 per month
...tier investors and staffed by leading engineers, Etched is redefining the... ...history. Job Summary Etched is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead board‑level New Product Introduction... ...partners. Plan and execute prototype, pilot, and production builds, tracking...Contract workWork at officeRelocation package$120k - $165k
...teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Technical Program Manager located in Milpitas, CA. Reporting to the Director, Operations Engineering, the Technical Program Manager will be be responsible to manage and support for a product...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementRelocationVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours$140k - $160k
...Hybrid role: 3 days/week in office As a Technical Program Manager at MediaAlpha you'll sit at the nexus of Data Science, Engineering, Business, and our external customers. You'... ...holidays Professional development reimbursement Cell Phone, Wellness, and Internet expense...Work at officeLocal area3 days per week$110k - $145k
...integration. We keep core technical ownership in-house,... ...directly with our engineering teams, and use external... ...technical hardware programs. This means turning engineering... ...internal program management role. You will work... ..., defense suppliers, prototype procurement, NPI...Hourly payPermanent employmentFull timeContract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageMonday to FridayGITAI
Los Angeles, CA2 days ago$125.58k - $212.52k
..., machine learning, and smart connectivity. As a Staff Technical Program Manager focused on the Autonomous Driving Training Data Lake, you... ...data infrastructure, machine learning, simulation, vehicle engineering, annotation, and algorithm teams to ensure that high-quality...Full time$217k - $271k
...is the leader in Intelligent Content Management. Our platform enables organizations to... ...massive shift. WHY BOX NEEDS YOU Our Technical Program Management team is helping to lead the... ...business operations and delivery for Engineering and Product while collaborating company...Full timeLive inWork at officeShift work3 days per week$120k - $165k
...products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Technical Program Manager located in Milpitas CA.Reporting to the Program Management... ..., risk assessment, and close alignment with Quality, Engineering, and Operations. Based on this, the role aligns best as a...Full timeFlexible hours$171k - $231.4k
...you like to lead high-impact programs that transform how machine... ...with brilliant minds across engineering, infrastructure, and business... ...security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’... ...(NFE) team is looking for a Technical Program Manager. As a...Local areaWorldwideFlexible hours$420k
...become a market leader in record time.We are looking for a Technical Program Manager with Ads domain experience to drive high impact cross-... ...programs. This role requires strong collaboration with product, engineering, data science, business, peer technical program managers...Hourly payFull timeImmediate startFlexible hours$166k - $220k
...Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) threats. Working across product, engineering, sales, logistics, operations, and mission success, the... ...operational environments worldwide.As a Software Technical Program Manager on the Air Defense Engineering Team you’ll own efforts to...Full timeWork experience placementWork at officeImmediate startWorldwide$240k - $333k
...areas to develop and deliver programs from inception to production.... ...controls/governance/standards.Use technical judgment to drive project... ...build consensus. Engage with engineering directors, product leaders and other Technical Program Manager (TPM) groups, to streamline...Worldwide$118.7k - $185k
...service. Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Technical Program Manager to lead and support projects and initiatives for our... ...test and certification phase. You will be immersed in an engineering environment, interfacing directly with design, manufacturing...Full timeTemporary work$110.5k - $152k
...Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually... .... We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and... ...benefits. Role SummaryWe are looking for a Technical Program Manager 3 to lead cross-functional execution...Full time$186k - $223k
Foster City, CAVehicle Development - Vehicle Integration, Testing & Validation /Full-time /On-siteAs the Technical Program Manager for the Systems Engineering team, you will act as the operational engine and technical coordinator behind the vehicle’s functional architecture...Full timeTemporary workRelocation packageFlexible hours$168k - $258.75k
...accelerate hardware and silicon development. AI is reshaping how engineering teams operate, and we are investing in solutions that... ...into the core of hardware workflows. As a Senior Technical Program Manager, you will play a critical role in turning this vision into...Full time- ...Washington D.C., London and Amsterdam.We lead complex technical programs that help Plaid scale its engineering platform. We partner across Engineering,... ...partner with engineering leaders to align stakeholders, manage dependencies, drive decisions, and ensure successful...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal area
$129k - $177k
...Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually... .... We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and... ...generation smart glasses.We are seeking a Non-Technical Program Manager to help PPB scale its operating...Full timeWork at officeShift work$190k - $220k
...foundation for autonomous networking, giving engineers and AI agents the ability to know the... ...been done.Forward is looking for a Technical Program ManagerCore accountability: Drive... ...scaling org aligned.What you'll own:Release management end-to-end: SDLC coordination from...$168k - $258.75k
Join NVIDIA as an NPI PCB Technical Program Manager on the OPS Quick Turn PCB Engineering Service Team. We are looking for a motivated, technically skilled program leader to lead complex, cross-functional NPI PCB programs from concept to production. In this role, you will...Full timeLocal areaShift work$168k - $258.75k
...development and deployment. We are looking for a passionate Technical Program Manager to be part of this journey. This role will be leading all... ...development lifecycle: from concept to model training, engineering for optimized inference and deployment.What you will be doing...Full timeShift work$125k - $270k
...Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation... ...in the semiconductor industry. The impact you’ll makeAs a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects - you’re...Local areaRemote workFlexible hours2 days per week3 days per week1 day per week
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Technical Program Manager, Cell Prototype Engineering. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- sr technical product manager California
- senior technical director California
- technical superintendent California
- technical integration manager California
- technical writing manager California
- senior technical manager California
- technical program manager California
- technical services manager California
- senior technical product manager California
- technical supervisor California