Function Owner - Exterior & Lighting

System Engineer and Feature/Function Owner for Body Systems is responsible for defining, developing, and managing the electrical and electronic architecture of vehicle body systems. These systems include body control modules, lighting, doors, windows, mirrors, wipers, keyless entry, and other comfort and convenience features. Customer features related to vehicle access, occupant visibility, occupant accommodation, and interior/exterior lighting are all within scope for this role. This position bridges systems engineering, software development, and cross-functional coordination to ensure functional integration and compliance with vehicle-level requirements.

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 development of automotive EE systems including R&D engineering, manufacturing, studio design, quality, and customer experience teams.
• Responsible for system level definition, requirements from EE, SW, ME and support EE, SW architecture design, integration at system, component level. Integral liaison between hardware, applications team, and core CFTs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders through system "V" development from concept to launch with design reviews.
• E2E responsible for functions Exterior and Interior lighting for the new SDV architecture
• Act as the subject matter expert for the assigned functions throughout the entire product development lifecycle
• Responsible for requirement management – define, document and manage all functional & nonfunctional requirements (System , Software & Hardware) for the function in alignment with vehicle level specification and legal regulations(FMVSS , SAE etc.) and internal standards.
• Domain/working knowledge of SW controls, EE, Electronics, and expertise in development, testing and validation methods of mechatronics systems.
• Develop component and system design, functional, EOL specifications, detailed test methods and system level DFMEA, DV, PV for complex mechatronic systems.
• Evaluate, prioritize and manage all function related change requests and issues.
• Ensure the function meets defined safety goals defined by the FUSA team
• Manage the technical release of the function and calibration data for production
• Be a champion of 1st principles design methodology and use extensive problem-solving methods for debugging, issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain Best Practices: Design Standards, Test Procedures, Technical Specifications, etc.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan, or Charlotte, NC. 
• The responsibilities of this role requireattendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• 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: 

• Master's degree required with 8+ years of experience in Mechanical/Mechatronics/EE/SW engineering. PhD with 6+ years of experience preferred.
• Extensive experience working with Automotive Systems or Mechatronics Products in body and Automotive lighting (Exterior & interior)
• Strong understanding of 1st principles in Engineering, result/solution oriented
• Subject matter expert in Systems Engineering, Multi-domain physics, Complex systems design with EE, SW integration.
• Familiarity with SW for embedded systems, EE systems such as wiring and power distribution units.
• Familiarity with A2B, CAN, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, LVDS communication protocols and Vehicle Network tools, such as CANalyzer, CANoe, etc.
• Expertise with complex problem solving, data analysis, access/interpret/drive results with extended teams.
• Experience in working in requirement management tools.
• Knowledge of Automotive design and development process, system requirements, and general engineering best practices
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with a high level of integrity
• Ability to manage complex technical issues and multiple priorities simultaneously

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 = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9