What you’ll do

• Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality of the Scout vehicles energy and drive system from the customer’s perspective.
• Ensure the concept quality, usability and functional quality in all vehicle projects to create customer satisfaction.
• Manage the quality market research activities, quality studies and benchmarks to determine customer quality requirements.
• Oversee the definition of quality requirements, the quality maturity management and quality validation of Energy and Drive functions and systems.
• Execute quality approvals of vehicle Energy and Drive functions and systems.
• Definition of quality processes and technical standards in cooperation with development, product management and operations to ensure product quality.
• Develop and provide leadership to the Technical Quality Energy and Drive team and oversee daily operations.
• Mentor team members, foster a culture of learning, and facilitate skill development to enhance the capabilities of the Technical Quality Energy and Drive team.
• Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role may be based out of a 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. 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in in mechanical/vehicle engineering, industrial engineering, or related field
• 6 years of experience in automotive engineering/product quality, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in an OEM/ Tier 1
• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development and vehicle production with focus on the Energy and Drive Systems
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle technology in the areas of vehicle Energy and Drive Systems
• Very good vehicle assessment skills and a very good understanding of the vehicle as a whole
• 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
• ASQ certification, AIAG, VDA experience an asset

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 = $130,000-$155,000

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.