What you’ll do

• Lead a team of functional safety engineers responsible for developing and implementing strategies for functional safety to ensure whole vehicle compliance with relevant safety standards such as ISO 26262.
• Provide a clear and comprehensive plan towards defining functional safety requirements and validation for whole vehicle in accordance with relevant safety standards including ISO 26262.
• Work across internal module groups to support functional safety topics.
• Work with outside vendors that specialize in functional safety training, requirements development, and validation to assist in achieving vehicle functional safety targets.
• Lead analysis of functional safety requirements according to ISO 26262 to draw meaningful conclusions and make recommendations; ensure vehicle design meets ISO 26262 requirements and other industry functional safety standards.
• Analyze system architectures, identify safety requirements, and define safety goals and targets.
• Identify potential hazards related to functional safety and implement effective strategies to mitigate these risks associated with electronic systems in vehicles.

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.

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 software engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
• Functional safety expert with internal / external certification in ISO 26262 or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in functional safety and/or quality within the automotive industry.
• Several years of demonstrated progressive experience building and leading technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of functional safety associated with electronic systems, electric vehicles, and relevant testing methodologies.
• Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within established timelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

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 to lease up to 2 vehicles at competitive rates

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-$180,000

Internal leveling code: IC7

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.