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:

• Collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing, and product management teams to ensure that the A-Class surfacing meets customer needs and market requirements.
• Work closely with architects and engineers to integrate conceptual designs with technical requirements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, partners, and customers, to enhance collaboration and achieve mutual success.
• Monitor and analyze market trends and emerging technologies, enabling the company to anticipate industry developments and proactively adapt our surfacing strategies.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require in-office work and occasional attendance at other in-person meetings and events. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI. 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.

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 or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in A-Class surfacing design.
• In-depth understanding of A-Class surfacing design principles, as well as familiarity with relevant technologies and industry standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software, such as CATIA or Siemens NX, and A-Class surfacing software, such as ICEM Surf.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, enabling effective collaboration and team management.
• Strategic thinking ability to make informed decisions that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within tight deadlines.

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 = $110,000-$135,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• 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. 
• 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 New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.