Director, Prototype & Pre-Series Management

Description

• Ensure that prototype and pre-series vehicles comply with all relevant safety and environmental regulations and standards including a camouflage concept that is accepted by the Group
• Develop and implement project plans for prototype and pre-series vehicle programs, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure that the vehicles are delivered on schedule
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture, ensuring effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team
• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to integrate feedback and improvements into the prototype and pre-series vehicle development process.
• Identify potential risks and challenges in prototype development and implement strategies to mitigate them effectively.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers responsible for the development, assembly, and test preparation of mule, prototype and pre-series vehicles
• Develop and manage budgets for prototype and pre-series vehicle programs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with overall project goals and seek ways to reduce costs without compromising the quality and performance of the vehicles
• Coordinate the assembly and integration of prototype vehicles, maintaining a cross functional cooperation with all engineering teams as well as with the validation teams to ensure adherence to design specifications and quality standards
• Oversee the installation and testing of experimental components and systems on prototype vehicles

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in development, with a focus on prototypes within the automotive industry
• Excellent project management abilities, including planning, execution, and resource management
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. This role may be remote to start but will transition to an in-office setting at the headquarters within 3-6 months of start date. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• Several years of demonstrated progressive experience building and leading technical teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within established timelines.
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.
• The responsibilities of this role require 4-5 days attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
• Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of VW product development and manufacturing processes and systems
• Proficiency in using testing equipment, data acquisition systems, and analysis software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or a related field
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

Benefits

• Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• A mobility stipend
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• Competitive insurance including:
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• 401(k) program with:

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance