Engineer, Supplier Quality - Accessories

Overview

Oversee supplier quality planning, PPAP, audits and continuous improvement for EV accessories.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier ppap
• root cause
• quality audits
• apqp
• lean manufacturing
• change management

Tasks

-Support NCR (Non-Conformance Report) resolution and warranty claim mitigation. -Manage Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain from development to series production. -Work cross-functionally across Scout departments to ensure seamless execution. -Lead and champion Scout’s quality expectations to ensure KPIs are consistently met. -Facilitate change management for product architecture requests. -Drive quality improvements to meet and exceed KPIs with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams. -Lead supplier improvements in cost, quality, and manufacturability. -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 and lead suppliers in efficient use of best methods of manufacturing, testing, and gauging, poke-yokes and correct tools or assembly equipment to use. -Monitor supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes. -Collaborate with Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to define performance specs and supplier metrics. -Proactively and reactively contain quality issues at suppliers -The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. -Facilitate technical requirement alignment between Suppliers and Scout’s Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams. -Support the planning, execution and evaluation of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles through fast response methodologies. -Support all quality performance and functional standards, to ensure all vehicle activities are met in the supply chain to meet Customer satisfaction. -Ensure suppliers have exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote mass industrialization through efficient and seamless production of high-quality products. -Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles. -Partner with Supply Chain to escalate and resolve issues promptly. -Conduct supplier audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented. -Facilitate adoption of new or alternative materials to enhance design robustness, quality, and cost efficiency -Represent Scout with professionalism and respect during supplier interactions. -Review and approve boundary samples, appearance catalogs, and other quality documentation. -Validate supplier corrective actions involving design/process changes using read-across methodology. -Ensure supplier compliance with Scout’s quality expectations and escalate issues when necessary. -Participate in supplier reviews, including new supplier onboarding and design-for-manufacturability assessments.

Requirements

• apqp
• fmea
• gd&t
• leadership
• engineering degree
• quality management

What You Bring

-Excellent operations experience and very good understanding of the vehicle assembly/ functionality as a whole. -Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams. -Sound knowledge of quality management and methodologies. -Proven ability to execute project management techniques. -Years of Experience required in type of role: 3 – 5 years of experience in a supplier quality role preferably in an automotive environment. -Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills. -Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development, vehicle production, and supply chain management. -Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills -Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. -Education/Certifications: A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field); master’s degree preferred. -Certification in AIAG Core Tools- MSA, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP -Valid driver's license required. -Passport required -Understanding of IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements -Travel: Domestic and international travel required, approximately 40-70% of the time. Valid driver's license required. Passport required -Understanding of safety requirements. -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 and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, approximately 40-70% of the time. -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. -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. -Proven results and ability to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and expectations. -Strong technical writing ability using SPC and data analysis as well as an ability to explain complex issues concisely and plainly. -Experience in Quality Systems a plus: In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection; PPAP/APQP/ VDA processes -VDA Auditing Experience preferred. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

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Benefits

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

About Scout Motors Inc.

-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.

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