Compensation Overview

What you’ll do

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

• Direct, manage and grow an engineering team responsible for chassis system design and development
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture, ensuring effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team
• Group scope - chassis systems are defined by the following groups – Brake and Steering design and tuning including ABS and ESC, Vehicle dynamics development and delivery, and all chassis component design and testing through launch.
• Develop comprehensive design and development plans (Chassis tuning, ESC/ABS, structural and complaint parts) including hardware, software, and overall vehicle system performance, aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Align plans with V&V to meet compliance requirements.
• Utilize multinational resources to effectively meet customer requirements
• Identify potential risks related to chassis system integration/application to vehicle architecture along with validation. Implement effective strategies/plans to mitigate these risks.
• Efficiently manage resources, including budget, personnel, and equipment, to empower team to meet goals

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 Scouts 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/PhD degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in chassis system engineering and serial development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in an OEM/ Tier 1
• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of overall chassis systems
• Excellent overall knowledge of vehicle technology in the areas of steering, brake systems, ESC/ABS, vehicle dynamics, and chassis components. Focus being a leader for American truck and off-road market
• Very good vehicle and design assessment skills along with chassis system knowledge to balance design and dynamics customer satisfaction
• Sound knowledge of quality management
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal and result-oriented decision-making skills
• Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams

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 and to lease 1 vehicle at competitive rates 
  • 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 = $220,000 - $240,000

Internal leveling code: M6

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.