Director, Prototype & Pre-Series Management

Scout Motors is looking for a Director, Prototype & Pre-Series Management to lead and manage a team of engineers responsible for the development, assembly, and test preparation of mule, prototype and pre-series vehicles. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience in development, with a focus on prototypes within the automotive industry, and knowledge of VW product development and manufacturing processes and systems.

Requirements

• Lead and manage a team of engineers
• Develop and implement project plans for prototype and pre-series vehicle programs
• Coordinate the assembly and integration of prototype vehicles
• Oversee the installation and testing of experimental components and systems on prototype vehicles
• Ensure that prototype and pre-series vehicles comply with all relevant safety and environmental regulations and standards
• Develop and manage budgets for prototype and pre-series vehicle programs
• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, and quality teams

Benefits

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