Technical Program Manager, Central Utilities

What To ExpectIn this role, you'll own and drive the Central Utilities (CU) portfolio at Gigafactory Texas — serving as the single accountable owner for chilled water, process cooling, compressed air, HVAC, electrical distribution, water/wastewater systems, and sustainable energy programs. You will ensure that utility capacity, reliability, and efficiency keep pace with production ramps and future factory programs. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in technical program management, central utility and critical infrastructure systems, multidisciplinary design leadership, capacity modeling, sustainability and energy management, and cross-functional execution for large-scale manufacturing programs.What You'll DoServe as the single owner of the GFTX Central Utilities portfolio, accountable for current-state reliability, capacity planning, and long-range infrastructure strategyOwn end-to-end program execution for CU projects from concept and feasibility through design, construction, commissioning, and turnover to operationsManage multiple concurrent CU projects and initiatives, driving scope definition, budget development, schedule management, and risk mitigation while prioritizing based on production impact, capacity constraints, and strategic alignmentEstablish and lead CU governance meetings, providing leadership with clear visibility into utility system health, capacity status, active project progress, and forward-looking risksCoordinate across Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, Facilities, EHS, and external engineering firms, specialty consultants, and equipment vendors to ensure CU programs are fully integrated with broader site infrastructure and production plansCollaborate with corporate Tesla EHS leadership to support sustainability and environmental broader energy and environmental commitmentsManage concise leadership communications including technical risks, program health, key decisions, resource needs, and financial forecasts while maintaining detailed project schedules, risk registers, and action trackers across the CU portfolioWhat You'll BringDegree in Engineering, or a related technical discipline; PE license, PMP, LEED, CEM, or similar certifications preferred, or equivalent experience8+ years of experience in program management, project management, or engineering leadership with demonstrated delivery of large-scale mechanical/utility infrastructure programs (chilled water plants, compressed air, HVAC, electrical distribution, water/wastewater) in manufacturing, data center, or industrial environmentsTrack record of managing multiple concurrent capital projects under aggressive timelines, including budgeting, scheduling, vendor management, and construction oversightAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and utility load calculations, with familiarity in building codes, mechanical/electrical standards, and permitting processes relevant to utility infrastructureProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and establish governance frameworks, reporting cadences, and decision-making structures for infrastructure portfoliosStrong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate production forecasts and capacity data into infrastructure investment strategies and present complex technical information clearly to leadership audiencesExperience in automotive manufacturing, battery production, semiconductor, or data center environments preferred; familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), BIM/Revit, and dashboarding platforms preferredBenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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