Manager, Engineering - Vehicle Software and Diagnostics

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

This role is responsible for leading a talented team within the Pilot Hall E/E organization, which facilitates collaboration between R&D and Production. Identify, analyze, root cause, and resolve issues during the vehicle commissioning process within a production environment. Your team will work hands-on with ECUs and diagnostic systems and collaborate cross-functionally to implement sustainable solutions. The team combines deep technical expertise, software development, and systems understanding with a proactive and conceptual mindset. You’ll contribute directly to the future of the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV)  

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead a talented team responsible for Software Changes, Technical Change Management for electric/electronic and Project reporting  
• Hire, train, and retain an exceptional team. 
• Motivate and develop team members, fostering a strong sense of teamwork. 
• Plan annual administrative, operational, and capital budget. Responsible to stay within budget. 
• Ensure company policies and regulations are followed. 
• Define and track group KPI’s to ensure quality, volume, and cost goals. 
• Contribute to the minimalization of production downtime, scrap, and rework costs. 
• Identify training opportunities and implement training plans to improve overall organizational capability. 
• Manage the verification and issue analysis process, helping to ensure new process or product introductions work flawlessly. 
• Create and Lead a Cross Functional Team to support Production, Technical Development, Quality, and After Sales problems. Lead the Problem-solving process. 
• Responsible for Vehicle Software changes for Scout Motors Production. Coordinate the changes with other departments like Production, Logistic, Quality, Development. Present Release notes. Evaluate change time, feasibility and effect volume for part to need updates and time requirements for a software update campaign/vehicle. 
• Coordinate for Pilot Hall EE department on the technical change management. Inform the team about the content of the change. Provide information for the evaluation of the team. Collect feedback, present results to upper management, and share with Launch Management and other departments as required. Track Change Status and implementation timing. Ensure change costs are spent/implemented in a reasonable time.  
• Generate the electronic project status report for Pilot Hall. Organize meetings across departments and include other groups as required to generate the report. Provide a management summary report and highlight the escalation topics on a high level.   
• Generate and distribute regular status reports. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• 7+ years professional experience with expertise in car production, development and diagnostics, including ability to achieve stable validation processes. 
• Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent qualification with focus on Automotive and/or electronic education.  
• Skillful at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships.  
• Leadership experience. 
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle engineering processes, understanding of manufacturing processes and possesses a holistic overview of vehicle concepts and functions.   
• Creative and forward thinking. 
• Strategic problem solver. 

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial Base Salary Range: $140,000.00 - $185,000.00   

Internal Leveling Code: M8

Notice to applicants:

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected].