UX Program Manager - Hardware & Prototyping Ops
UX Program Manager - Hardware & Prototyping Ops
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Job Description
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves
Digital Product Design (DPD) at Ford is committed to envisioning and creating simple thoughtful enjoyable and compelling product experiences that our customers need and love. We work in close partnership with product and engineering to deliver best-in-class interactions experiences that meet the needs of people today and in the future. Our team is comprised of a dynamic group of product designers researchers visual designers industrial designers modelers and project managers.
In this position
We are looking for a program manager who specializes in Prototyping Operations. They will play a crucial role in enabling our design teams to rapidly prototype test and iterate on innovative product concepts. This role is at the heart of our design process ensuring that designers have the tools resources and support they need to bring their ideas to life quickly and efficiently. You will be responsible for managing the operations of the local prototyping lab maintaining equipment and streamlining processes to accelerate the design cycle.
What youll do
Operations Management:
- Develop and maintain a system for tracking and managing prototype builds and components
- Manage inventory and status of preproduction parts prototyping materials tools and equipment
- Oversee procurement usage maintenance and upgrades to our digital design prototyping platforms
Prototyping Design Support:
- Support the Palo Alto site and digital design team as the subject matter expert on local prototype properties and methodologies ranging from low-fidelity and rapid prototyping to working with production-grade automotive hardware on static and drivable platforms.
- Support designers and teammates in ongoing learning and usage of equipment serving as the primary point of contact for design reviews and research sessions
Troubleshoot technical and procedural issues related to prototyping & onsite equipment
Process & Collaboration:
- Identify and implement improvements to the prototyping workflow
- Establish and enforce protocols for Digital Product Design teams workspace and equipment
- Develop and maintain documentation for prototyping processes onsite assets and available equipment
- Share knowledge and best practices with the design team
- Contribute to a culture of experimentation innovation and growth mindset
- Support design reviews in Palo Alto
- Manage workstreams that reduce hardware / software complexity
Organizational Skills:
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience with inventory management and procurement process
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
- Ability to explain technical concepts clearly
- Passion for helping others and willingness to learn new things
What youll have
- Bachelors degree in engineering industrial design human centered design product management or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2 years Experience working to develop and deliver design work alongside technical teams
- Experience with a variety of digital prototyping tools and techniques
Skills:
- Experience with design software (Figma ProtoPie)
- Proficiency in a variety of rapid prototyping techniques including 3D printing laser cutting and electronics assembly
- Proficiency in a variety of rapid prototyping techniques including 3D printing laser cutting and electronics assembly
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and perform basic repairs on prototyping equipment
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
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 and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
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
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades 7-8.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid #DPDJOB #LI-LS1
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
