Prototype & Workshop Planning Engineer

Prototype & Workshops Planning Engineer

Location: Crewe

Employment Type: Contract Inside IR35,

Contract End Date: September 2025, initially

Flexi Time: 8am typical start finish between 3-5pm, mostly onsite 1-2 days at home

About the Role as a Prototype & Workshops Planning Engineer:

We are seeking a dynamic Prototype & Workshops Planning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and delivery of Research & Development (R&D) vehicle build projects, focusing on prototype and workshop activities. Reporting to the Functional Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Defining, planning, and steering vehicle development projects.
• Creating and managing project delivery plans.
• Identifying and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Allocating resources and securing commitments.
• Tracking project progress and managing budgets effectively.
• Leading cross-functional project teams.
• Providing clear communication to senior stakeholders, including Heads of Departments and Directors.
• Delivering vehicle builds on time, ensuring quality and cost targets are met.
• Supporting strategic and tactical planning for prototype builds, workshop demands, and technology roadmaps.

About You:

You will thrive in this role if you have a strong background in engineering or project planning, coupled with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• An understanding of vehicle components and their packaging, including experience with hybrid and EV powertrains.
• Familiarity with Engineering, Production, and LQC processes.
• Experience with rapid manufacturing techniques to support prototype builds and workshop requirements.
• Ability to manage complex tasks with a strategic and tactical approach.
• Strong team leadership skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams at both Brand and Group levels.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and report to senior management effectively.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Project Management.

About the Department:

The Prototype & Workshops Planning team is responsible for creating strategic and tactical plans for delivering prototype and media vehicles. The function involves collaborating with both in-house teams and external partners to meet customer expectations, manage risk, and ensure smooth project execution.

If you're a passionate engineer with a strong project management background and a desire to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment, this role could be perfect for you.