UEV Prototype Planning Supervisor

Ford Motor Company

. Lead prototype build execution for an all-new electric vehicle program, focusing on verification builds ahead of plant implementation .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $239,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing prototype vehicle builds, including budget tracking, cross-functional team coordination, and risk management. Proficient in utilizing engineering fundamentals and problem-solving techniques to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with program goals.

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Prototype Vehicle Build ManagementBudget Tracking and Cost ManagementCross-Functional Team CoordinationProgram Schedule OwnershipPresentation to Senior Leadership

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Vehicle KnowledgeFabrication ExperienceProblem SolvingPrototype Build Process UnderstandingVerification/Validation Build PhasesEngineering FundamentalsCAD ProficiencyProgram ManagementTechnical Program ManagementEV Program Experience

Soft Skills

AutonomyDecision-MakingIssue ResolutionCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Atlassian ToolsConfluenceJIRAMicrosoft OfficeProgram Dashboard/Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationFormal Program/Project Management Training

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveElectric VehicleProgram/Product DeliveryCross-Functional ExecutionSupplier Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead prototype build execution for an all-new electric vehicle program, focusing on verification builds ahead of plant implementation
Partner with Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing teams
Coordinate engineers across body, chassis, electrical, interior, powertrain, and other vehicle functions
Align build timing, technical readiness, and deliverables while maintaining accountability for cross-functional execution
Own and manage build timing and schedules
Drive on-time execution of build planning, prototyping milestones, and issue reporting through independent decision-making
Track program budget and cost performance against targets
Flag risks and drive corrective actions to keep the program within financial targets
Manage supplier part delivery, timing, and build execution of parts and physical properties
Support teams in identifying and resolving geometrical and system-level incompatibilities using first-principles problem solving
Present program status, risks, and milestone readiness to leadership in program/gateway reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent technical field strongly preferred; candidates with a strong program/technical program management background without a technical degree will also be considered
5+ years of experience in automotive or related program/product delivery roles
Practical mechanical vehicle knowledge, fabrication experience and problem solving
Ability to work with a high level of autonomy to resolve issues and deliver on-time milestones
Demonstrated experience owning program schedules/timing and driving cross-functional teams to on-time milestones
Launch experience delivering prototype vehicle builds through plant implementation
Experience with budget tracking and cost management on complex programs
Strong understanding of the prototype vehicle build process, including verification/validation build phases
Experience presenting program status and risk to senior leadership
Understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to interpret vehicle systems and manufacturing processes
Strong proficiency in Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and program dashboard/reporting tools
Visa sponsorship is not available
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Master's degree in Engineering or MBA, PMP certification or formal program/project management training, CAD proficiency, experience designing and releasing mechanical and electromechanical systems, prior EV program experience, and high-pressure environment experience are additional qualifications listed as preferred or advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time