OBD Lead Engineer – OBD on UDS

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!

At Scout Motors you dont just 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. Youll work 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. If youre hungry to engineer something that matters Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear.

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

• Lead the end-to-end definition of OBD implementation on UDSfor Scouts new software-defined vehicle architecture
• Own the diagnostic communication concept for OBD-relevant functions includingservice definitions DID strategies DTC access routine behaviors session concepts security interaction and tester workflows
• Define scalable and robust requirements for how OBD-related data and services are exposed through UDS across domains controllers and diagnostic gateways
• Act as the technical lead for UDS-based OBD architecture ensuring alignment between systems engineering software development diagnostics validation cybersecurity and aftersales teams
• Establish a coherent strategy for diagnostic communication behavior in prototype development production and service environments
• Review and approve diagnostic concepts interface specifications and implementation proposals to ensure consistency compliance maintainability and serviceability
• Drive requirements traceability from architectural intent through software implementation validation evidence and release approval
• Support issue resolution by reviewing traces service logs communication behavior and test evidence to identify root causes and define corrective actions
• Guide development teams on best practices for diagnostic communication design integration and robustness in an SDV environment
• Partner with platform and architecture teams to ensure the UDS strategy supports future scalability OTA updates centralized compute evolution and long-term service needs
• Coordinate and contribute into prototype and serial development stages in terms of software availability test planning data review diagnostic behavior alignment and technical reporting
• Be involved in other related tasks / activities as require

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi Michigan.
• 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.

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:

• Relevantdegree such as a bachelors ormasters degree in Engineering Technology IT Systems Computer Science Mechatronics or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university preferably in electrical engineering automotive engineering or computer engineering
• 12 years of experience in automotive diagnostics embedded systems software integration or systems engineering with deepexpertiseinUDS-based diagnostics and OBD implementation
• Strong experience defining and leadingdiagnostic communication concepts over UDS including service behavior data identifiers routine control session handling security access fault memory handling and tester interactions
• Experiencecreating and governingOBD requirements on top of UDS-based software architecture particularly in modern software-defined vehicle environments
• Strongunderstanding of diagnostic communication across CAN and Ethernet diagnostic gateways centralized compute concepts and service-oriented vehicle architectures
• Proventrack record leadingcross-functional alignment between software systems validation service cybersecurity and architecture teams
• Hands-on experience with automotive diagnostic tools such asCANoe CANalyzerCANape ETAS INCA and with requirements tools such asJama DOORS orPolarion
• Familiaritywith DTC concepts freeze frame strategies routine execution service tool compatibility and diagnostic trace analysis
• Abilityto interpret software architecture documents network/interface definitions Simulink logic and embedded software specifications
• Strongleadership ownership analytical thinking communication and decision-making skills with proven ability to drive technical clarity and execution in a complex development environment
• Motivatedengineer wanting to define and lead the diagnostic communication backbone for a new generation of electric vehicles

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

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