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Scout Motors

Manufactures all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs

Senior Manager - Vehicle Systems

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with 10 or more years of experience.
  • Expertise in automotive system/platform development and modeling, particularly in the early part of the System V.
  • In-depth experience executing a variety of artificial intelligence applications and using Cameo/MagicDraw system modeling.
  • Experience delivering platforms reused across multiple vehicle programs.
  • Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or advanced mobility systems.
  • Background with cloud-connected embedded systems and modern DevOps pipelines.
  • Expertise in vehicle electrical architecture/topology, ECU-level software stacks, automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet), UDS diagnostics (ISO 14229), and diagnostic communication tools.
  • Knowledge of Jira, GitHub or GitLab, Jenkins, and Artifactory; proficiency with ALM/PLM tools such as Siemens Polarion, IBM DOORS Next Generation, or PTC Windchill.
  • Understanding of developing and verifying plant and control models in MATLAB/Simulink for execution in hardware-in-the-loop test environments, using dSpace ControlDesk and AutomationDesk.
  • Understanding of first principles in engineering and a results-oriented approach.
  • Familiarity with software for embedded systems, electrical engineering systems, and architecture.
  • Familiarity with A2B, CAN, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, and LVDS communication protocols and vehicle network tools such as CANalyzer and CANoe.
  • Expertise in complex problem solving and data analysis, including accessing, interpreting, and driving results with extended teams.
  • Knowledge of automotive design and development processes, system requirements, and general engineering best practices.
  • Recognition as a systems/controls industry thought leader, such as through awards, keynote speaking, or standards participation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the team and enforce processes and key performance indicators for functional safety delivery across the vehicle.
  • Act as the primary lead and coach for requirement quality, failure analysis, process discipline, and repository best practices.
  • Govern execution of interface architecture and integration readiness across hardware, software, controls, and connectivity domains.
  • Identify system-level constraints, including compute, timing, power, performance, and reliability, as feature/function requirements develop from customer use cases through decomposition to electronic modules.
  • Build, mentor, and scale a multidisciplinary system/feature team.
  • Establish engineering governance, design reviews, and technical decision-making frameworks to support timely vehicle system execution.
  • Use system experience to drive architectural enhancements that improve quality through diagnostics and preventative maintenance.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Architecture and cross-domain Systems Engineering teams to resolve blockers.
  • Translate complex technical risks into clear go/no-go decisions for executive stakeholders.
  • Apply expertise in AI development and execution to automate manual workflows and reduce human error in the release chain.
  • Interface with electrical design teams, software developers, calibration engineers, and supplier integration teams to align dependencies.
  • Lead safety-critical cross-module and cross-system architecture elements, including Functional Safety, Diagnostics, and Cyber Security, across embedded hardware, software, controls, and connectivity.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for end-to-end system architecture and coach Feature Owners, primarily in Vehicle Control/State, Body, Infotainment, and UX/HMI.
  • Bridge gaps between system development and system execution.
  • Develop relationships across the organization with software engineers, system engineers, validation teams, and suppliers to support robust execution of electrical architecture.
  • Scale high-performing engineering organizations and establish engineering governance, MBSE frameworks, and digital thread capabilities.

About the Company

Scout Motors

Manufactures all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs

Scout Motors designs and manufactures all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, reviving the classic Scout brand with US-based operations. Vehicles are built on a purpose-built body-on-frame electric platform developed in-house to deliver credible off-road performance, with manufacturing in Blythewood, South Carolina and an innovation center in Michigan handling design and engineering. The company uses a direct-to-consumer model with online reservations to sell its EVs. What sets Scout Motors apart is its in-house, rugged EV platform tailored for off-road use, combined with the heritage of the Scout name and support from the Volkswagen Group, allowing it to focus on outdoor recreation enthusiasts and a strong community while showcasing American manufacturing. The goal is to bring authentic, capable electric off-road vehicles to market and grow a dedicated community around the revived Scout brand.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Detroit, MI
Founded
2022

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