Prototype Build Coordinator

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Overview : 

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, prototype build, or vehicle launch environments. 
• This position is focused on leading and coordinating prototype vehicle builds during critical development phases. The role serves as the central hub between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and testing teams to ensure prototypes are built accurately, safely, on time, and according to specifications. 
• This is a highly hands-on, shop floor–driven role requiring strong cross-functional leadership, real-time problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple build activities in a fast-paced environment.
• The coordinator plays a key role in driving build readiness, resolving issues, and ensuring seamless execution from planning through vehicle handoff to testing. 
• Experience in OEM or Tier 1 prototype builds, BOM management, and manufacturing documentation is essential. Experience in EV, startup, or low-volume/high-mix environments is a strong plus. 

Key Responsibilities : 

Prototype Build Coordination & Execution 

• Coordinate prototype build activities across engineering, manufacturing, and external suppliers 
• Ensure readiness of build facility, tools, fixtures, and resources for upcoming build events 
• Lead daily build stand-ups and drive cross-functional issue resolution 
• Oversee hands-on prototype assembly to ensure compliance with engineering requirements 
• Support technicians with drawings, CAD data, and work instructions in real time 
• Identify, track, and escalate build blockers to engineering and program leadership 
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and shop floor best practices 

Manufacturing Engineering Support 

• Support development and continuous improvement of work instructions and standardized build processes 
• Assist in defining process flows and build sequences for prototype events 
• Capture shop floor feedback and translate it into actionable process improvements 
• Validate tooling and fixture readiness ahead of builds 

Parts & Supplier Coordination 

• Track prototype parts availability and align with supply chain to meet build timelines 
• Manage part shortages, substitutions, and configuration changes 
• Ensure BOM accuracy and configuration control throughout the build lifecycle 
• Coordinate directly with suppliers on delivery, quality, and fitment issues 

Documentation & Reporting 

• Maintain build logs, issue tracking, and documentation throughout all build phases 
• Provide clear and consistent status updates to engineering and program stakeholders 
• Document lessons learned and drive continuous improvement initiatives 
• Coordinate vehicle readiness and handoff to testing teams 

Profile:

• Hands-on, shop floor–driven coordinator who thrives in fast-paced prototype and launch environments 
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to anticipate issues, take initiative, and drive resolution without waiting for direction 
• Comfortable operating at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders 
• Detail-oriented and structured, while remaining agile and solution-focused in ambiguous or evolving build conditions 
• Confident communicator able to challenge, escalate, and drive accountability across teams without direct authority 
• Resilient and adaptable, with a strong ability to manage pressure during critical build phases and tight timelines 

Must Have:

• 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, prototype builds, or launch environments 
• Direct experience coordinating prototype or pre-production builds (OEM or Tier 1) 
• Strong knowledge of BOM management and configuration control 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD models 
• Experience working with suppliers on delivery and quality topics 
• Hands-on experience on the shop floor alongside technicians and build teams 
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills 
• Proficiency with Excel, Smartsheet, or similar tracking tools 
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills with the ability to drive accountability without direct authority 

Good to Have: 

• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite 
• Experience with PLM tools such as Windchill or Teamcenter 
• Familiarity with ECR / ECN / change management processes 
• Background in EV, automotive startups, or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing 
• Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP certification 

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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