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Tesla Sr. Manager Materials Engineering Polymers 
United States, California, Fremont 
155089276

10.04.2025
What You’ll Do
  • Oversee individuals tasked with delivering multiple simultaneous Polymer-specific deliverables, applying first principles to launch products on time, with superior quality, at an agreeable cost, from conception through to production
  • Manage deliverables, including novel materials innovations, developing materials selection tools, providing materials properties for internal customers, authoring materials standards, performing root-cause analysis, researching new technologies, and optimizing processes
  • Lead a team of subject matter experts in Polymer science, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance
  • Cultivate strong relationships and cross-functional collaboration by partnering with Design Engineering, Design Studio, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other internal teams that rely on our expertise and guidance
  • Coordinate with other Materials Engineering managers to ensure that the Polymer-specific workload is balanced across engineers located in other regions and teams
  • Plan manpower needs, recruit top talent, drive continuous improvement and recognize exceptional employee performance
  • Achieve results by setting priorities, communicating expectations, planning, and monitoring progress
  • Communicate team progress and roadblocks broadly and cross-functionally
What You’ll Bring
  • Expertise in polymer engineering to solve complex challenges in areas such as paints, adhesives, thermoplastics, thermosets, textiles, trim, and related manufacturing processes
  • Degree in Polymer or Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience with at least 7 years of engineering leadership experience. Automotive experience is preferred but not required
  • Familiarity with lab tools (e.g., DSC, DMA), FEA software (e.g., LS-Dyna, Abaqus), and mold-filling simulation tools (e.g., Moldflow, Sigmasoft). Experience with material modeling and fitting material data into simulations to improve models and predictive simulations
  • Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage complex projects, and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle competing demands
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly
  • A proactive, positive, and resilient approach to work, with strong accountability for outcomes