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This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate product and parts data throughout the build process, working closely with engineering, warehouse and partner teams.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have strong experience in Master Parts List (MPL) management, Product Data Management (PDM) and data analysis , with the ability to manage complex engineering information and identify discrepancies across multiple systems.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nCreate, maintain and validate Master Parts Lists (MPLs) for prototype builds in collaboration with internal engineering teams and external partners.\n\nPerform regular Bill of Materials (BOM) to MPL alignment checks to ensure accurate and consistent product data.\n\nPartner with Prototype Engineering to incorporate process and engineering data into the MPL.\n\nConduct regular MPL validations throughout the build lifecycle.\n\nManage engineering changes by reviewing, approving and executing Change Management (CM) tickets .\n\nAnalyse, debug and correlate data transferred between engineering and production systems.\n\nWork closely with warehouse teams to maintain accurate visibility of part availability.\n\nSupport part shortage meetings and provide clear updates on critical or constrained components.\n\nParticipate in deviation meetings and ensure approved changes are accurately reflected within the MPL.\n\nTrack and communicate part status throughout prototype builds.\n\nSupport Change Review Boards (CRBs) and help implement last-minute engineering changes when required.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Management or a related discipline.\n\nStrong understanding of Product Data Management (PDM) .\n\nExperience creating, maintaining or validating Master Parts Lists (MPLs) or similar engineering parts structures.\n\nStrong data analysis skills with the ability to identify discrepancies across complex datasets.\n\nExperience with engineering or product change management processes.\n\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.\n\nExceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.\n\nPreferred Experience\n\nPrevious experience within an automotive, EV or prototype vehicle development environment .\n\nExperience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.\n\nFamiliarity with ERP/MRP systems.\n\nUnderstanding of vehicle architecture and systems.\n\nKnowledge of electrical systems or wiring harnesses would be particularly beneficial.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional to support complex prototype vehicle builds while working closely with engineering and operations teams in a highly technical automotive environment.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Hydrogen Uk","rawCompany":"hydrogen uk","city":"Irvine","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-08T04:02:16.848Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3027.01","title":"Automotive Engineering Technicians","slug":"automotive-engineering-technicians"},{"code":"17-2141.02","title":"Automotive Engineers","slug":"automotive-engineers"},{"code":"13-1081.02","title":"Logistics Analysts","slug":"logistics-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"336390","title":"Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing","slug":"other-motor-vehicle-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"336320","title":"Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Prototype Analyst","description":"Prototype Analyst\nLocation: Irvine, CA – Hybrid (3-4 days onsite per week)\nContract: 6 months\nSchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM\nPay Rate: $45.24 per hour\n\nWe are seeking a Prototype Analyst to support prototype vehicle builds within a fast-paced automotive engineering environment. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate product and parts data throughout the build process, working closely with engineering, warehouse and partner teams.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have strong experience in Master Parts List (MPL) management, Product Data Management (PDM) and data analysis , with the ability to manage complex engineering information and identify discrepancies across multiple systems.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nCreate, maintain and validate Master Parts Lists (MPLs) for prototype builds in collaboration with internal engineering teams and external partners.\n\nPerform regular Bill of Materials (BOM) to MPL alignment checks to ensure accurate and consistent product data.\n\nPartner with Prototype Engineering to incorporate process and engineering data into the MPL.\n\nConduct regular MPL validations throughout the build lifecycle.\n\nManage engineering changes by reviewing, approving and executing Change Management (CM) tickets .\n\nAnalyse, debug and correlate data transferred between engineering and production systems.\n\nWork closely with warehouse teams to maintain accurate visibility of part availability.\n\nSupport part shortage meetings and provide clear updates on critical or constrained components.\n\nParticipate in deviation meetings and ensure approved changes are accurately reflected within the MPL.\n\nTrack and communicate part status throughout prototype builds.\n\nSupport Change Review Boards (CRBs) and help implement last-minute engineering changes when required.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Management or a related discipline.\n\nStrong understanding of Product Data Management (PDM) .\n\nExperience creating, maintaining or validating Master Parts Lists (MPLs) or similar engineering parts structures.\n\nStrong data analysis skills with the ability to identify discrepancies across complex datasets.\n\nExperience with engineering or product change management processes.\n\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.\n\nExceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.\n\nPreferred Experience\n\nPrevious experience within an automotive, EV or prototype vehicle development environment .\n\nExperience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.\n\nFamiliarity with ERP/MRP systems.\n\nUnderstanding of vehicle architecture and systems.\n\nKnowledge of electrical systems or wiring harnesses would be particularly beneficial.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional to support complex prototype vehicle builds while working closely with engineering and operations teams in a highly technical automotive environment.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-09-08T04:02:16.848Z","dateModified":"2026-09-08T04:02:16.848Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Hydrogen Uk","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Irvine","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"ccce96de746a6bdca7928bb1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ccce96de746a6bdca7928bb1"}}