Technical Project Manager
Description
We’re looking for a driven, hands-on Technical Project Manager to join our team and help build the next generation of high-speed, automated manufacturing equipment that powers Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. In this role, you’ll lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept through build—owning every detail from scope and schedule to budget and execution. You’ll collaborate with world-class engineers and technicians to bring cutting-edge automation to life, driving innovation, efficiency, and excellence at every stage.
Responsibilities
- Drive end-to-end execution of machine development and build projects from concept through production handover
- Define and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans
- Serve as the key liaison across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and effective communication
- Coordinate internal and external reviews including FMEA, risk assessments, and project milestones
- Oversee equipment procurement, logistics, and installation activities including Site Acceptance Testing
- Monitor and report on project performance, proactively addressing risks to cost, schedule, and quality
- Support compliance, documentation, and system package preparation for all machine builds
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- PMP certification or equivalent project management training
- 4+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or automation environments
- Strong understanding of machine build processes and automated equipment systems including robotics, vision, conveyors, PLCs, and HMIs
- Proficient in Microsoft Project and the full Microsoft Office suite
- Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, eDrawings, and Bluebeam
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills with flexibility to travel internationally
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:
- Company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
- RRSP with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Success Programs
- Sick and Vacation time, and Paid Holidays
- Tesla Babies program
- Tesla products, fitness discounts, and perks program
Expected Compensation
- Associate Technical Project Mgr - $80,960 - $121,440/annual salary
- Technical Project Mgr - $96,800 - $145,200/annual salary
- Sr Technical Project Mgr - $114,400 - $164,400/annual salary
- Staff Technical Project Mgr - $127,600 - $177,600/annual salary
- Sr Staff Technical Project Mgr - $140,800 - $190,800/annual salary
- Principal Technical Project Mgr - $154,880 - $204,880/annual salary
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.