Lead, Home Charging Hardware & Energy

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 trucks 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 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. 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. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

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:

• Lead Scouts Home Charging Hardware Portfolio by defining the strategy commercial roadmap and partner ecosystem for home charging and residential energy hardware including wall-mounted EVSE units portable charging cables NACS-to-CCS adapters V2L adapters and future bidirectional V2H/V2G systems.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders on product selection and technical evaluation of potential EVSE and energy hardware partners assessing form factor cost reliability safety certification readiness interoperability and integration with Scout vehicles.
• Build the business case and go-to-market strategy for Scouts home charging and residential energy offerings including hardware pricing models and bundled accessory programs.
• Collaborate with the Scout Accessories Team to align product design packaging and branding of home charging hardware within Scouts broader retail and vehicle accessory ecosystem.
• Partner with the Vehicle Energy Management Engineering and the Rivian VW Tech joint venture to ensure hardware readiness performance testing and compliance with ISO 15118 SAE J3400 UL and other relevant standards.
• Work with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to lead RFIs RFQs contract negotiations and onboarding processes for new home charging and energy partners.
• Define the commercial and operational structure for Scouts future home energy and V2H offerings including installation enablement hardware warranty processes and certification alignment.
• Evaluate market trends and competitor offerings to identify differentiation opportunities in hardware performance pricing and customer experience.
• Coordinate with Scouts Commercial Operations team to forecast demand manage vendor supply pipelines and plan future product introductions and lifecycle updates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with charging hardware manufacturers component suppliers and installation networks ensuring Scouts portfolio reflects best-in-class safety quality and interoperability.
• Serve as Scouts subject matter expert for residential EVSE and home energy systems advising leadership on commercial viability certification readiness and technology maturity.
• Establish KPIs and product performance metrics to track hardware reliability attach rate customer satisfaction and sales contribution across Scouts retail and vehicle channels.
• Support alignment with digital and connected vehicle teams where applicable to ensure hardware interfaces seamlessly with vehicle charging logic.
• Represent Scout in supplier reviews trade events and industry forums related to home charging energy storage and bidirectional charging technologies.
• Ensure operational excellence in the execution of hardware programs by overseeing validation vendor performance management and readiness for vehicle launch milestones.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of theScout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte NC. This role may be remote to start but will transition to an in-office setting at the headquarters within 3-6 months of start date. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office with regular in-person meetings and events.
• 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 degree in engineering business sustainability or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 10 years of experience in EV charging hardware home energy systems or related product management and commercial operations roles preferably within an automotive OEM or charging hardware supplier.
• Proven success in evaluating launching and scaling EVSE or residential energy hardware programs.
• Deep understanding of EVSE standards and interoperability including ISO 15118 SAE J1772 SAE J3400 (NACS) OCPP UL and NEC requirements.
• Strong commercial acumen to develop pricing bundling and retail go-to-market strategies for hardware solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional relationships with engineering purchasing accessories and energy system teams.
• Hands-on experience leading RFI and RFQ processes partner evaluations and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent analytical and technical assessment skills able to interpret product specifications test results and certification documents to inform selection.
• A customer-centric mindset ensuring that all hardware products deliver safety reliability and seamless ownership experiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills using tools such as JIRA or Confluence.
• Clear communication and influencing skills to align internal and external stakeholders on product direction and commercial priorities.
• A proactive builder mentality with the ability to identify emerging trends and convert them into executable strategies for Scouts home energy future.
• Minimum of High School Diploma GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors Inc.

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 $140000.00 - $170000.00

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