SPECIALIST, OBD REQUIREMENTS ENGINEER- TESTING

Your engineering ingenuity wonder & magic in defining and validating OBD test concepts will be instrumental in shaping the perception of Scout as a brand as well as gaining peer admiration in the automotive industry

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

• Define and maintain testable OBD requirements aligned with regulatory needs and system-level diagnostic concepts for Scouts software-defined vehicle architecture
• Translate OBD system requirements into clear validation criteria test cases and acceptance conditions ensuring completeness and consistency
• Develop and structure test specifications for OBD monitors readiness behavior MIL activation DTC setting/clearing logic and fault handling
• Ensure full traceability from OBD requirements to verification activities including linking to test cases execution results and release evidence
• Collaborate closely with HIL engineers validation teams calibration engineers and software developers to align on test coverage and execution strategies
• Support the development and automation of HIL SIL and vehicle-level test scenarios including fault injection edge cases and regulatory drive cycles
• Review and validate diagnostic implementations against defined requirements ensuring correct monitor execution and expected system behavior under all operating conditions
• Analyze test results diagnostic traces and measurement data to identify gaps inconsistencies or non-compliances and drive structured issue resolution
• Ensure that OBD validation covers nominal operation edge conditions degraded modes and recovery behavior
• Support regulatory readiness by contributing to validation reports compliance documentation and readiness assessments
• Coordinate activities throughout prototype and serial development including test planning execution tracking and reporting
• Work with systems and architecture teams to ensure OBD requirements are designed for testability and scalable validation within the SDV framework
• Continuously improve test methods validation strategies and requirement quality to enhance efficiency and robustness
• Be involved in other related tasks / activities as required

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 company from 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:

• Relevant degree such as a bachelors or masters degree in Engineering Technology IT Systems Computer Science Mechatronics Controls or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university preferably in electrical engineering automotive engineering or systems engineering
• 5 years of experience in automotive diagnostics validation or requirements engineering with strong focus on testing and verification of OBD systems
• Proven experience defining testable OBD requirements including monitor conditions fault detection logic readiness behavior and diagnostic verification criteria
• Strong understanding of OBDII regulations diagnostic monitor execution DTC behavior readiness states and emission-related validation expectations
• Experience translating system and regulatory requirements into clear validation and test specifications for MIL readiness and diagnostic completeness
• Hands-on experience with validation environments such as HIL SIL MIL and vehicle testing including test case development and automation
• Proficiency with tools such as MATLAB/Simulink ETAS INCA CANoe/CANalyzer CANape and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with UDS diagnostics DTC handling freeze frames and diagnostic communication over CAN/Ethernet
• Experience with requirements and traceability tools such as Jama DOORS or Polarion including linking requirements to test cases and validation results
• Strong analytical and debugging skills with the ability to interpret measurement data logs (MDF/BLF) and diagnostic traces
• Ability to read and understand Simulink models control logic and diagnostic specifications
• Strong interpersonal skills including ownership structured problem solving communication and ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment
• Motivated engineer wanting to ensure robustness and compliance of next-generation diagnostic systems through rigorous testing