Prototype Data & Parts Analyst – MPL/PDM Specialist

Hydrogen UK Ltd; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen UK Ltd in Irvine, CA is seeking a Prototype Analyst to support prototype vehicle builds in a fast-paced automotive engineering environment. The role focuses on maintaining accurate MPL data throughout the build process and coordinating with engineering, warehouse and partner teams.

You will manage MPLs, perform BOM-to-MPL alignment checks, handle change management tickets, analyze data across systems and ensure part availability visibility for prototype programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Management or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of Product Data Management (PDM).
• Experience creating, maintaining or validating Master Parts Lists (MPLs).
• Strong data analysis skills across complex datasets.
• Experience with engineering or product change management processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and validate MPLs for prototype builds in collaboration with internal engineering teams and external partners.
• Perform regular BOM to MPL alignment checks to ensure accurate data.
• Partner with Prototype Engineering to incorporate process and engineering data into the MPL.
• Conduct regular MPL validations throughout the build lifecycle.
• Manage engineering changes by reviewing, approving and executing CM tickets.
• Analyze, debug and correlate data transferred between engineering and production systems.
• Work with warehouse teams to maintain visibility of part availability.
• Support part shortage meetings and provide updates on critical components.
• Participate in deviation meetings and reflect approved changes in the MPL.
• Track and communicate part status during prototype builds.
• Support CRBs and implement last-minute engineering changes when required.

Skills

Data analysis

PDM understanding

MPL management

Change management

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Management or a related discipline

Tools

PLM systems

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Hydrogen UK Ltd in Irvine, CA is seeking a Prototype Analyst to support prototype vehicle builds in a fast-paced automotive engineering environment. The role focuses on maintaining accurate MPL data throughout the build process and coordinating with engineering, warehouse and partner teams.

You will manage MPLs, perform BOM-to-MPL alignment checks, handle change management tickets, analyze data across systems and ensure part availability visibility for prototype programs.