Engineer, Supplier Quality - High Voltage : Battery, Electronics, and Coolants

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

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 :

Support

supplier quality planning and execution

of manufacturing

, assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production using APQP

and VDA quality management processes.

Support

all

quality performance

and

functional

standards

to ensure

all

vehicle

tivities are met

in the supply chain

to

meet

Cus

tomer satisfaction

Provide leadership at Suppliers to ensure Scout's Quality expectations are met and that suppliers can meet the industrialization related activities on time with the Supplier Quality

team and

escalate when unable.

Responsible for proactive and reactive containment at the suppliers

Responsible

to review

and

participate

in approval of necessary boundary samples, appearance catalogs, etc.

Responsible to ensure change management occurs and is

identified

properly

, and proactively for product

architecture

requests.

Responsible for Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain

from development to series production.

Work as a partner with the Supply

hain to ensure escalations of issues are raised and resolutions are

re

solved

in a timely manner

Lead supplier improvements in cost, quality

and manufacturability

Facilitate understanding of technical requirements between Suppliers

with Scout

Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams to

always ensure proper transparency and communication

Responsible for supplier audits and corrective actions to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations

Collaborate with Scout's Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to

determine

the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics

Accountable for

ongoing

monitoring supplier

manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products and design

changes.

Responsible

to

drive

continuous

improvement activities

utilizing

Lean Manufacturing principles

Ensure suppliers have

exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote

mass industrialization through

efficient and seamless production of high-quality products

Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and / or process changes to ensure they are

capable and robust using read across

methodology

for similar

manufacturing lines and / or suppliers

Facilitate new

or alternative materials

for that

will positively

impact

design

robustness,

quality, manufacturability

, or cost

reduction.

Participate in supplier

eview

s including new suppliers and design for

manufacturability

reviews

Support / lead

suppliers in efficient use

of best

methods of manufacturing, testing, and gauging,

poke-yokes

and correct tools or assembly equipment to

use.

Drive Quality improvements with Engineering,

Quality

and Operations to ensure Quality KPI's are met and drive to exceed

expectations.

Support

the planning,

execution

and evaluation

of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles

through fast response methodologies

Lead,

participate

and drive Scout's Quality expectations as

to

ensure KPI's

are

met.

Act with dignity and respect on behalf of Scout when at a supplier

Work

to mitigate warranty claims with suppliers to drive closure and resolution of issues

with the cross-functional group

Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout

Support

Non-Conformance Report (

NCR

resolution.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Location & Travel Expectations

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location inColumbia, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role requireattendance at 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

Travel : 4

0-

0% of the time

(May

entail international travel, passport

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 :

Bachelor's or

Master's degree

in

echanical

, V

ehicle

or Industrial

ngineering

or related field

years of experience in

automotive

electrical

engineering

product

quality

in a Supplier Quality role

dealing with detailed analysis of HV Battery architecture, HV battery cooling systems, energy conversion and HV wire harnessing

Experience with energy content, discharging and charging power performance, lifecycle performance and thermal behavior

Very good

technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development

vehicle production

and supply chain management

Excellent

operations experience

and

very good

understanding of the vehicle

assembly / functionality

as a whole

Great

written and verbal

communications skills

Sound knowledge of quality management

and methodologies.

Experience in Quality Systems a plus : PPAP / APQP

/ VDA

processes; In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and

inspection.

Understanding of safety requirements

Understanding of IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements

Strong teamwork and communication skills,

a high level

of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills

Certification in AIAG Core Tools

MSA, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans,

PPAP

Leadership and team management abilities, with

a track record

of building and leading high-performing teams

Proven results

and ability

to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and

expectations.

Proven ability to execute project management

techniques.

Strong technical writing ability

using SPC and data analysis as well as

an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain

manner.

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 :

Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans

An employer match and immediate vesting

20 days planned PTO, as accrued

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 = $95,000.00 - $120,000.00

Internal leveling code : IC9

Notice to applicants :

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce

and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy,

or any

other characteristics

protected by law.

Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all

ap

licable

fair

employment

ractice laws

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.

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