Lead Engineer, Zonal ECU Design Responsible Engineer (DRE)

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:

• Own the end-to-end design and release of zonal ECUs from concept through production launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including other engineering disciplines (e.g. Body Drive Energy) electrical architecture software validation manufacturing and suppliers.
• Define and manage hardware requirements including power distribution thermal management and signal integrity.
• Drive ECU design reviews DFMEAs and validation plans.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards (e.g. ISO 26262 EMC ESD).
• Manage supplier resources and technical deliverables to deliver components and systems that meet cost timing and quality targets aligned with program milestones.
• Support build events issue resolution and change management throughout the product lifecycle.
• Being part of a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture promoting continuous learning and professional development among team members.
• Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
• Contribute to the design of production facilities for Scout trucks & SUVs.

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 companyfrom time to time.

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 in electrical engineering or combined electrical/mechanical engineering or a relevant field.
• 10 years of experience in ECU hardware development and release.
• Demonstrated success in launching critical ECUs into production (e.g. body electrical powertrain battery drive unit and/or power distribution).
• Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (e.g. CAN LIN Ethernet Flexray).
• Experience with relevant automotive assignments covering all phases of product development (design test and launch).
• Experience with PCB design component selection thermal / power analysis and ECU manufacturing.
• Strong technical skills and expertise in ECU development and release employing a six-sigma approach to engineering design and problem-solving.
• Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with zonal architecture or centralized vehicle compute systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and functional safety requirements.
• Hands-on experience with lab tools (e.g. oscilloscopes logic analyzers etc.).
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

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 $160000.00 - $192500.00

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 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