Technical Specialist, Body System

Description

• Work with pre-series team to support the build process and work with suppliers to deliver components according to the requirements
• Design & create with collaboration, a Body System integration and a testing strategy that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities
• Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations
• The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly in Columbia, South Carolina and Blythewood, South Carolina.
• Assist in the development of the Body System for Scout electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs
• Creating CAD-Data to help the body systems team with new concepts and find solutions in a dynamic working environment
• Coordinate with supplier(s) for engineering activities, ensuring supplier meets requirements set by Scout
• Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to come up with solutions to engineering & functional challenges and issues coming up in the production process
• Collaborate with suppliers and Scout cross-functional teams to ensure system components meet validation and testing requirements
• Be the central point of contact in the Production Center in Columbia/Blythewood for the Body Systems team in Novi
• Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions to contribute innovative ideas that enhance system performance and fulfil production needs

Requirements

• 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.
• Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.
• 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.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• Expert in CATIA V5 and PDM systems. Including the ability to make 3D parametric models and 2D drawings
• Strong technical skills and expertise in problem-solving
• Proven ability to work in a truly cross-functional and global environment
• 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.
• Good knowledge of MS Office products
• Strong interpersonal skills including ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, innovative, creative, communication skills and ability to develop & mutually thrive in working relationships
• 5+ years of experience in body mechanical areas and relevant automotive assignments.
• Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, engineering management or a relevant field
• Motivated engineer wanting to work at the cutting edge of electric vehicle technical design, create new ideas and solutions, enjoy hands-on testing
• Hands-on prototyping and building capability, from initial operation to coordinating and implementing software
• Driver’s license required
• Ability to lead simultaneous engineering teams
• 4+ years of experience required in similar type of role
• You are the expert regarding CAD-tools, CAD processes and PDM systems
• Advanced project steering and coordination skills to practice independent project management in a defined Body System scope
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills

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

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance