Lead Engineer ME Integration

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

AtScout Motors youdontjust design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them.Youllwork shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines turning complex challenges into elegant scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety performance and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal where what you design gets built driven and remembered. Ifyourehungry to engineer something that matters Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear.

We are seeking a Lead Engineer Manufacturing Integration & Release Testing to drive vehicle-side integration manufacturing software deployment and production validation activities for next-generation Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms.This role combines manufacturing integration release engineering automated testing and vehicle validation to ensure production-ready software and hardware releases across factory environments. The engineer will lead end-to-end workflows spanning ECU flashing factory software provisioning manufacturing release qualification EOL testing and vehicle-level validation.The ideal candidate has strong expertise in automotive integration manufacturing systems embedded software validation and automation within fast-paced engineering environments.

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

• Lead integration of vehicle software and ECU systems into manufacturing and production environments.
• Develop scalable workflows forECU flashing calibration deployment secure software installationVIN-based configuration factory diagnostics
• Support integration acrossbody ECUs gateway systems infotainmentADAS/Autonomy modules connectivity systems
• Develop and execute automated test strategies formanufacturing software releasesECU firmware validation factory release readiness vehicle configuration verification production regression testing flash and rollback testing
• Build automated release gates ensuring software quality before deployment into production lines.
• Validate compatibility between vehicle software versions manufacturing tooling diagnostics and plant infrastructure.
• Develop automation forECU communication validation network integrity checks vehicle health diagnostics firmware integrity validation
• Validation responsible for network topology gateway routing strategies signal database integrity (DBC ARXML) bandwidth utilization and bus loading
• Validate and manage vehicle communication acrossCAN / CAN-FDLINAutomotive Ethernet (100/1000BASE-T1)FlexRaynetwork framework
• Validate and release bootloader compatibility flashing strategy partitioning strategy (AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive)Memory and CPU utilization budgets
• Coordinate integration acrossPowertrain / Electrification (BMS inverter charging)Body & ComfortADAS / AD compute platformsInfotainment & ConnectivityCentral Compute / Zonal Controllers
• Ensurefeature-levelintegrationsynchronization power mode managementWake-up/sleep strategy robustness.
• Ownsystem-level regression test planning drive root cause analysis of cross-domain issuesand help supportintegration war-room activities during DV/PV builds.
• Leadership Competencies
  • Strong system-level thinking technical arbitration capability
  • Structured problem solving
  • Program milestone ownership ability to operate in high-pressure launch environments

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of theScout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte NC.
• 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 company from 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:

• Masters degree inElectrical/ElectronicsEngineering Computer Science or a related fieldwith12 yrs. Of experience
• Strong understanding of vehicle E/E architecture and ECU-level software stacks automotive communication protocols (CAN LIN FlexRay Ethernet) UDS diagnostics (ISO 14229) and diagnostic communication tools
• Expert knowledge of Jira GitHub/GitLab Jenkins and in SiemensPolarion IBM DOORS Next Gen or PTC Windchill.
• Strong understanding development and verification of plant and control models in MATLAB/Simulink for execution in hardware in the loop test environmentdSpacecontrol desk and automation desk
• Strong understanding of 1st principles in Engineering result/solution oriented.
• Familiarity with SW for embedded systems EE systems and architecture
• Familiarity with A2B CAN Automotive Ethernet LIN LVDS communication protocols and Vehicle Network tools such as CANalyzer CANoe etc.
• Expertise with complex problem solving data analysis access/interpret/drive results with extended teams.
• Knowledge of Automotive design and development process system requirements and general engineering best practices

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:

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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 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