Lead, Electrical System Validation

Here at Scout Motors were 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.

But Scout is more than just a brand its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration caretaking and hard work.

The Scout brand 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 hasnt 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 employee 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 youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

Position Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Lead Engineer for Whole Vehicle EE System Validation to lead all vehicle-level validation activities across Electrical and Electronic systems. This role is critical to ensuring the functional integration quality and performance of all EE systems when combined in the complete vehicle environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills a robust understanding of cross-domain EE interactions and hands-on experience validating features directly in prototype and pre-production vehicles.

What youll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Vehicle-Level Validation Leadership

• Define and execute the end-to-end Whole Vehicle EE Validation Strategy focused solely on in-vehicle testingfrom prototype builds through production readiness.
• Lead the development of test plans validation coverage matrices and system-level scenarios to ensure robust real-world performance of all EE systems.
• Act as the main validation interface for key cross-functional stakeholders (Integration Software Hardware ADAS Infotainment Body Powertrain Quality).

Execution & Delivery

• Oversee vehicle-based test campaigns including functional validation system integration tests fault injection cold/hot climate testing EMC support and durability validations.
• Ensure coordination of test vehicles instrumentation and test resources across development sites and proving grounds.
• Ensure validation of inter-system interactions and corner cases that can only be observed in full-vehicle environments.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex system-level issues discovered during vehicle testing.

Compliance & Quality

• Guarantee compliance with relevant automotive standards (ISO 26262 ISO 21434 UNECE R155/R156 EMC functional safety and homologation requirements).
• Prepare validation reports and evidence packages for production release quality assurance and regulatory certification.

Process & Team Management

• Develop and manage a high-performing team of vehicle test leads engineers and field validation experts.
• Collaborate closely with system owners and feature owners to ensure test coverage aligns with customer use cases and vehicle programs.
• Continuously optimize test workflows issue tracking and cross-team alignment for vehicle-level validation.
• Manage validation budgets vehicle allocation and interface with external test partners where required.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi Michigan.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
• 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 across the United States and Europe.
• Travel: Domestic and international. Passport required.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automotive Engineering or related discipline.
• 12 years of experience in EE system development or validation with at least 3 years in a direct or indirect technical leadership or managerial role.
• Deep expertise in vehicle-level EE system validation including feature integration and functional testing in prototype/pre-production vehicles.
• Proven experience with zonal EE architectures and the associated challenges of distributed domain integration and in-vehicle communication.
• Strong knowledge of automotive networks (CAN LIN Ethernet) diagnostics (UDS OBD) and cross-domain EE system interactions.
• Familiarity with issue triage and debugging in a whole-vehicle environment.
• Strong leadership coordination and cross-functional communication skills.
• Must have experience using JIRA for issue management including logging tracking and reporting bugs or validation issues.
• Full flexibility to travel throughout the United States and Europe
• Passport required
• Valid drivers license required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with or on projects involving Rivian and/or Volkswagen Group with a solid understanding of their EE architectures toolchains or validation methodologies.
• Experience with electric vehicles and software-defined vehicle architectures.
• Knowledge of Agile development test case management tools and digital validation methodologies.
• Prior involvement in SOP readiness launch and validation of multiple vehicle lines.
• German language skills are preferred for collaboration with European engineering teams and suppliers.

What youll 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $150000.00 - $180000.00

Internal leveling code: IC7

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing inLos 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 inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status disability pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact