Specialist, Automation in Body Shop (Underbody) at Scout Motors Inc. in Columbia, SC | USD110,000-132,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

digital planning

electrical design

project management

commissioning tests

standardization

software specs

Ensuring project objectives in terms of cost, schedule, and results
Digital planning of the electrical equipment of intelligent manufacturing plants
Planning the electrical installations and automation in the SCOUT body shop
Digital project management from concept to handover of production facilities to production
Coordination, planning and execution of tests in the commissioning phase
Plan standardization and development of new concepts and services
Creating specifications for software functions and components
The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.

Requirements

siemens tia

eplan

fanuc

electrical design

problem solving

3 years

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.
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.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
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.
3 years of professional experience in Automation (Siemens Tia Portal, ePlan, Fanuc Robots, electrical design of cabinets, power feeding, etc.)
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Bachelor's/Master's degree in electrical engineering or related fields

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off including:
Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Competitive insurance including:
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued
40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$2 billion factory

Factory Investment

Scout Motors is constructing a $2 billion manufacturing facility in Blythewood, SC.

200,000 vehicles/year

Production Target

The factory aims to produce 200,000 vehicles annually by 2027.

500 mi range

Vehicle Range

Both full-electric and extended-range models will offer up to 500 miles of range.

4,000 jobs

Job Creation

The South Carolina plant will create over 4,000 new jobs.

A $2 billion, 1,100-acre factory is being built in Blythewood, SC, targeting 200,000 vehicles/year by 2027.
Scout debuted concept models – the Traveler SUV and Terra pickup – in October 2024, with production slated for late 2027.
To address range concerns, plans include both full-electric and extended-range versions offering up to 500 mi.
It bypasses traditional dealers, using direct digital sales and branded ‘Scout Studios’ and workshops.
An R&D center opened in Novi, Michigan in 2024, followed by offices in Tysons, VA and Columbia, SC, cementing U.S. roots.
Its first SC plant will support up to 100 retail outlets nationwide.
Scout combines nostalgic, rugged styling—real buttons and retro cues—with modern EV tech and zonal architecture.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Curiosity
Resourcefulness
Positive attitude
Growth mindset
Collaborative approach
Visionary leadership
Knowledgeable doers
Go‑getter passion
Respect for the environment
Respect for communities
Respect for past and future
Respect for both work and play

Environment + Sustainability

100% Electric

Energy Commitment

The company has transitioned to using only renewable energy, eliminating reliance on fossil fuels.

Core value 'Respect for the land' guides sustainable practices in production.
Production Center designed to evolve into a green factory.
Planning to power paint dryers and HVAC systems via solar energy.
Minimizing water consumption in all operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Establishing founding DEI strategy in partnership with leadership
Launching and supporting Employee Resource Groups with guiding principles, tools, budgets and executive sponsorship
Commitment to cultivating diverse candidate pools in talent acquisition
Driving employee belonging and psychological safety initiatives
Data-driven measurement of DEI initiatives via People analytics

Articles

About Scout Motors

Careers

Role

Description

digital planning

electrical design

project management

commissioning tests

standardization

software specs

Ensuring project objectives in terms of cost, schedule, and results
Digital planning of the electrical equipment of intelligent manufacturing plants
Planning the electrical installations and automation in the SCOUT body shop
Digital project management from concept to handover of production facilities to production
Coordination, planning and execution of tests in the commissioning phase
Plan standardization and development of new concepts and services
Creating specifications for software functions and components
The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.

Requirements

siemens tia

eplan

fanuc

electrical design

problem solving

3 years

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.
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.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
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.
3 years of professional experience in Automation (Siemens Tia Portal, ePlan, Fanuc Robots, electrical design of cabinets, power feeding, etc.)
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Bachelor's/Master's degree in electrical engineering or related fields

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off including:
Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Competitive insurance including:
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued
40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$2 billion factory

Factory Investment

Scout Motors is constructing a $2 billion manufacturing facility in Blythewood, SC.

200,000 vehicles/year

Production Target

The factory aims to produce 200,000 vehicles annually by 2027.

500 mi range

Vehicle Range

Both full-electric and extended-range models will offer up to 500 miles of range.

4,000 jobs

Job Creation

The South Carolina plant will create over 4,000 new jobs.

A $2 billion, 1,100-acre factory is being built in Blythewood, SC, targeting 200,000 vehicles/year by 2027.
Scout debuted concept models – the Traveler SUV and Terra pickup – in October 2024, with production slated for late 2027.
To address range concerns, plans include both full-electric and extended-range versions offering up to 500 mi.
It bypasses traditional dealers, using direct digital sales and branded ‘Scout Studios’ and workshops.
An R&D center opened in Novi, Michigan in 2024, followed by offices in Tysons, VA and Columbia, SC, cementing U.S. roots.
Its first SC plant will support up to 100 retail outlets nationwide.
Scout combines nostalgic, rugged styling—real buttons and retro cues—with modern EV tech and zonal architecture.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Curiosity
Resourcefulness
Positive attitude
Growth mindset
Collaborative approach
Visionary leadership
Knowledgeable doers
Go‑getter passion
Respect for the environment
Respect for communities
Respect for past and future
Respect for both work and play

Environment + Sustainability

100% Electric

Energy Commitment

The company has transitioned to using only renewable energy, eliminating reliance on fossil fuels.

Core value 'Respect for the land' guides sustainable practices in production.
Production Center designed to evolve into a green factory.
Planning to power paint dryers and HVAC systems via solar energy.
Minimizing water consumption in all operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Establishing founding DEI strategy in partnership with leadership
Launching and supporting Employee Resource Groups with guiding principles, tools, budgets and executive sponsorship
Commitment to cultivating diverse candidate pools in talent acquisition
Driving employee belonging and psychological safety initiatives
Data-driven measurement of DEI initiatives via People analytics

Articles

About Scout Motors

Careers