Technical Project Manager, Automation Development

Tesla
Illinois
What To Expect
Tesla’s Automation Development team is at the forefront of building innovative automation equipment. This team is building the next generation of equipment that will allow our operations team to produce amazing vehicles at best-in-class quality and rate in a safe and ergonomic environment.

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to focus on supporting the project management aspects of our equipment design and build lifecycle. In this role, you will function as the key liaison between the manufacturing engineering team responsible for specifying the equipment requirements, and the technical team responsible for the development and execution of the automation equipment. The Project Manager will work intimately with these teams to manage high visibility / value projects, and will apply project management skills to assure the timely and efficient execution of the projects.

What You'll Do

Identify and document all project milestones and deliverables and keep project plans up to date, including resource allocations, tracking hours, monitoring schedules, milestones, deliverables, updating percentage completionManage timelines, resources, budgets, communications, quality, risks, whilst uncovering roadblocks, defining critical paths, identifying resource constraints, and any other issues that ariseFinalize project scope, define initial assumptions, and secure project resourcesLead and develop all activities around project kickoffs, scope definition, design reviews, acceptance testing, and weekly progress reportsContinuously monitor and measure project processes and activities to identify and communicate potential issues, risks, or problems in a timely fashion and provide corrective action options to drive to resolutionLead cross-functional teams in design reviews, functional testing, and installation. Includes resource & dependency alignment, coordination of activities, and transparent communication of project status and riskConduct project evaluations, post-mortems, and drive process change to incorporate learning Travel is expected to be up to 30%, primarily domestic with a potential for some international

What You'll Bring

Demonstrated, applied experience delivering complex programs and projectsExperience aligning with project stakeholders, engineering designers, and equipment buildersExperience with complex electromechanical equipment5-10 years of program/project management experience in a fast paced, highly fluid environment or other evidence of exceptional abilityBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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

, Tesla
Posted 2026-08-05

Recommended Jobs

Staff Accountant

Baxter & Woodman, Inc.
Crystal Lake, IL

Your future position: Staff Accountant Location: Crystal Lake, IL Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman? At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-04

38998 | Staff Accountant

Brilliant
Chicago, IL

Added - 3 hours ago 38998 | Staff Accountant Accounting/Finance Chicago, Illinois | Direct Hire Job Description Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Chicago, IL  Pay Range: $75-80k  Benefi…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-21

Production Scheduler 3

RR Donnelley
Saint Charles, IL

Job Description Job Description Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete cu…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-17

Customer Success Manager

viaPhoton
Naperville, IL

Job Description Job Description Location: Naperville, IL Schedule: Mon–Fri | Onsite Who We Are We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led. viaPhoton is reimagin…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-17

Marketing Intern

Woods Basement Systems Inc
Collinsville, IL

Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Coordinates content, design, and production of Woods Basement Systems’ marketing materials and campaigns including, but not limited to, case studies,…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-17

Dental hygienist

M. Nader Sharifi, DDS, MS, PC
Chicago, IL

Downtown Prosthodontic Practice Seeks Your Excellence in Hygiene We have an amazing team with this beautiful view of Millennium Park. Consider beginning a new chapter in your career with this opport…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-06

Radiologic Technologist $20K Sign-On Bonus

Compuray Medical
Peoria, IL

Job Description Job Description Salary: $36.39$47.63/hr Radiologic Technologist $20K Sign-On Bonus | No Call | New Grads Welcome Location: Peoria, IL | Pay: $36.39$47.63/hr + Differentials …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-26

Server

Eleven City Diner
Chicago, IL

ROCK STAR Servers wanted to join our team - We are gearing up for our busy season that starts Mid-March and lasts through December ! Super fast paced Old School Diner and Delicatessen in South Loop l…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-21

Museum Intern

Elk Grove Park District
Elk Grove Village, IL

Job Description Job Description Starting at: $15.00 per hour Hours:  Flexible  JOB SUMMARY Here is a unique opportunity to apply first-hand the practices of the public historian.  The E…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-30

Director of Residential Operations

Hueman PE Talent Solutions
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description A top client is searching for an experienced Director of Residential Operations located in Chicago, IL. As the Director of Residential Operations, you are responsi…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-25