What you’ll do

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

• Lead, manage and grow a team of engineers responsible for the development and validation of electrified drive units and the Harvester Range Extender system
• Be a champion for innovation and creativity
• Be a driving force in achieving engineering excellence and a source of Powertrain development knowledge
• Communicate cross functionally with all stakeholders
• Manage the creation and execution of the development and validation plans
• Support DFMEA (Design for Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) activities
• Oversee the on-time delivery of program engineering milestones, including sourcing packages, build plans and HW deliverables
• Provide technical feedback to concept architects, designers, test engineers and calibration teams

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI. 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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in electrification and engine hardware design and development
• Experience recruiting and developing technical talent
• A proven ability to inspire and motivate team members
• Project management and multi-system coordination through all phases of development and production
• Experience leading projects and people (directly or indirectly) with strong interpersonal skills, accountability, problem solving and analytical thinking
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional environment
• Experience with powertrain components including part design, system integration, manufacturing processes and assembly operations
• Knowledge of engineering processes and tools

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 = $150,000-$175,000

Internal leveling code: M8

Notice to applicants:

• 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.