What To Expect
The Tesla Collision Training team is seeking an innovative Associate Manager to lead our Instructional Design team. In this role, you will oversee the strategy and creation of technical Online Learning (OLT), Instructor-Led Training (ILT), and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (vILT) for the Collision organization in North America.

You will not just manage a team; you will coach a group of talented high performing Instructional Designers, Media Developers, and Coordinators to solve complex business problems through training. You will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of high-priority projects, ensuring that our training solutions are agile, scalable, and effective. We are looking for a leader who is able to think outside the box and solve problems quickly and efficiently, leverages AI and new technologies, and is obsessed with the learner experience.

What You'll Do

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of creatives and designers. Foster a culture of continuous feedback, professional growth, and design excellence

Partner with Technical Operations, Field Leadership, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to conduct root-cause analysis on performance gaps. Translate business needs into measurable learning strategies rather than just "training orders"

Oversee a diverse portfolio of small-to-large scale projects. Prioritize resources effectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure on-time delivery of critical products and process updates

Champion the use of cutting-edge instructional technologies (AI tools, simulations, interactive media) and methodologies. Establish and maintain rigorous design standards to ensure consistency and quality across all learning assets

Act as the bridge between technical stakeholders and the creative team. Communicate complex technical concepts and project roadmaps clearly to diverse audiences, from technicians to executive leadership

Utilize data to evaluate the efficacy of current training offerings. Proactively recommend the retirement, adaptation, or overhaul of legacy content to align with current business objectives

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, or equivalent work experience

Minimum 3–5 years of management experience specifically leading and developing creative or instructional design teams

Deep working knowledge of adult learning theory (ADDIE, SAM, Agile Learning) with a proven track record of applying these theories to technical environments

Proficiency with authoring tools (Articulate 360: Storyline/Rise, Camtasia) and a strong understanding of how to leverage AI tools to accelerate development. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, SharePoint) is required

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to negotiate with stakeholders, manage expectations, and present complex plans to leadership

Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through change. You must be self-motivated and capable of making decisions with incomplete information

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

$104,000 - $156,000/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.

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