Lead Surfacing Engineer Novi, Michigan, United States

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.

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

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

Scout 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? 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 :

• Technical lead for the interior or exterior Surface Team and responsible for overall surface development, execution, quality, and timeline for either sub-team.
• Acts as a mentor and point-of-contact for both internal and external surface engineers; in terms of surface execution / techniques, engineering criteria, and aesthetic direction / studio design intent.
• Drive optimization into engineering criteria and strives for best-in-class execution that is feasible, while preserving the design theme.
• Create 3D surface models at an expert-level for large scale projects using 3D Experience, Alias, or ICEM surf.
• Prepare, compile, and present data to senior leadership by acting as the chair for regular surface and design reviews.
• Drive and track feasibility and surface development to accommodate program timelines and meet end deliverables via surface releases of the utmost quality.

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.

Here's what else you'll bring :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial design; or equivalent experience.
• Deep experience with the surface and vehicle development process; past experience working in a studio environment.
• Ability to create 3D surface at an expert-level in all phases of a program from concept / sketch modeling through the final production A-class.
• Complete vehicle engineering and feasibility knowledge gained from past programs and prior companies.
• Ability to collaborate with other teams to drive issues to closure; embraces working cross-functionally and through ambiguity.
• Strong leadership presence : an ability to present effectively and concisely to senior leaders and to also act as a mentor to other surface modelers.

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 $150,000-$180,000

Internal leveling code : IC7

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