What you’ll do

Within the production environment, you will contribute to the manufacturing and testing of prototypes featuring the pioneering Scout design and functionalities. Additionally, you will play a decisive role in transferring the lessons learned to the later pre-series and series production line. In your role you will report to the Manager Project and Data Management.

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

• Project management for preparation and build of prototype vehicles
• Control and tracking of procurement processes for machines and equipment
• Planning and control of the machine and equipment set-up in the new factory in Blythewood
• Coordination of the installation and commissioning of the respective workstations
• Specification of vehicle assembly processes and the required technical requirements
• Description of vehicle assembly instructions for the individual assembly sequences for each workstation
• Scheduling and control of the vehicle build
• Planning of the capacities required for the vehicle build
• Cost and budget tracking
• Managing of escalation processes for parts availability and initiation of technical solutions as well as acceptance processes for deviating build-ins
• Reporting and cross-departmental coordination on the vehicle build status

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events daily. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. 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. You will be required to be in the Novi, MI area frequently.

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: 

• 5+ years professional experience with expertise in manufacturing engineering, production planning, and/or project management
• Deep knowledge of vehicle engineering processes and project planning software
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or equivalent
• Skillful at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships
• Creative and strategic problem solver who exercises sound judgement

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

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 = $100,000-$120,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

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.