Engineer, Supplier Quality - Accessories

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!

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:

• General Responsibilities:
  • 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 all quality performance and functional standards to ensure all vehicle activities are met in the supply chain to meet Customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with Scouts quality expectations and escalate issues when necessary.
  • Manage Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain from development to series production.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • 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.
• Quality Assurance & Control:
  • Proactively and reactively contain quality issues at suppliers
  • Review and approve boundary samples appearance catalogs and other quality documentation.
  • Validate supplier corrective actions involving design/process changes using read-across methodology.
  • Support the planning execution and evaluation of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles through fast response methodologies.
  • Drive quality improvements to meet and exceed KPIs with Engineering Quality and Operations teams.
• Process & Change Management:
  • Ensure suppliers have exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote mass industrialization through efficient and seamless production of high-quality products.
  • Monitor supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes.
  • Facilitate change management for product architecture requests.
  • Support NCR (Non-Conformance Report) resolution and warranty claim mitigation.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Partner with Supply Chain to escalate and resolve issues promptly.
  • Facilitate technical requirement alignment between Suppliers and Scouts Purchasing Quality and Design teams.
  • Collaborate with Design Quality and Manufacturing to define performance specs and supplier metrics.
  • Work cross-functionally across Scout departments to ensure seamless execution.
• Audits & Compliance:
  • Conduct supplier audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Participate in supplier reviews including new supplier onboarding and design-for-manufacturability assessments.
• Innovation & Cost Optimization:
  • Lead supplier improvements in cost quality and manufacturability.
  • Facilitate adoption of new or alternative materials to enhance design robustness quality and cost efficiency
• Leadership & Representation:
  • Represent Scout with professionalism and respect during supplier interactions.
  • Lead and champion Scouts quality expectations to ensure KPIs are consistently met.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role requireattendance 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 companyfrom time to time.
• Travel: Domestic and international travel required approximately 40-70% of the time. Valid drivers license required. 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:

• Education/Certifications: A bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical Industrial or related field); masters degree preferred.
• Years of Experience required in type of role: 3 5 years of experience in a supplier quality role preferably in an automotive environment.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills
• VDA Auditing Experience preferred.
• Experience in Quality Systems a plus: In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection; PPAP/APQP/ VDA processes
• Excellent operations experience and very good understanding of the vehicle assembly/ functionality as a whole.
• Proven results and ability to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and expectations.
• Proven ability to execute project management techniques.
• Certification in AIAG Core Tools- MSA APQP FMEA Control Plans PPAP
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development vehicle production and supply chain management.
• Strong technical writing ability using SPC and data analysis as well as an ability to explain complex issues concisely and plainly.
• Understanding of IATF VDA ISO DIN and regulatory requirements
• Understanding of safety requirements.
• Sound knowledge of quality management and methodologies.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required approximately 40-70% of the time.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Passport required

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 $95000.00 - $120000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

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 Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and 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 Motors 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