Analyst, Engineer - Seats

1 Day ago • 5 Years + • $100,000 PA - $110,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Analyst, Engineer - Seats role involves designing and integrating interior seat components for electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs. Responsibilities include designing, releasing, and integrating seat components, collaborating with various engineering teams, optimizing designs, managing suppliers, and ensuring components meet performance requirements. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of product development experience in the automotive industry, with at least 2 years specifically in interior seats. The role is based in Novi, Michigan and requires 3-4 days of in-office attendance. The candidate will play a key role in the design and development of interior seats, ensuring that all components meet required safety, performance, and regulatory standards.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
  • Minimum 5 years of automotive product development experience
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Knowledge of CAD software (CATIA), FEA, DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R, and GD&T
Good to have:
  • Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Master's degree in Business Administration
  • Familiarity with Scout Motors business systems / procedures
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans
  • 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
  • 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

Job Details

Here at Scout Motors, we're 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, it’s 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 hasn’t 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 you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

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

  • Assume responsibility for the design release of the Interior Seats components/assemblies and their integration into the vehicle. This includes system sourcing, packaging, drawing release, design validation, sub-system integration, ramp-up, and manufacturing support
  • Collaborate closely with the design studio and other engineering teams to develop optimal packages for interior styling
  • Work closely with the CAE team to provide design inputs and utilize CAE results to optimize the component design and performance
  • Use CAD software, to package components efficiently and robustly, optimizing for cost, weight, and commercial targets
  • Apply program management skills to ensure suppliers meet timing, quality, cost, and validation deliverables, serving as the main point of contact for all supplier interfaces
  • Ensure that failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA) are applied to all components/assemblies
  • Develop and manage the validation plan and test labs ensuring all components and sub-systems meet necessary performance requirements and regulations
  • Oversee supplier component DVP and control system level testing to ensure desired performance is achieved
  • Analyze test results and identify necessary adjustments to the components/assemblies or interfacing components to achieve the most effective resolution
  • Review and approve technical content of related changes throughout the development process
  • Act as coach and mentor for the Interior Engineering Group for design expertise and knowledge through educational training and hands-on instructions
  • Must have an understanding to translate Voice of the Customer needs into engineering metric

Location & Travel Expectations:

  • This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan. 
  • The responsibilities of this role require 3-4 days 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 company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

  • Education/Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
  • Years of Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Product Development experience in automotive industry, experience including 2 years in Interiors seats
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong background in product design, analysis, and development required
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills required
  • Knowledge of part capability studies, statistical analysis, and FEA required
  • Knowledge of CATIA V5/V6, Team Center, MS Office required
  • Substantial knowledge in DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R, DP's, CAE, & GD&T
  • Strong Knowledge of metals, foam, Injection molding, and material properties
  • Strong Knowledge of FMVSS Regulations Related to Interiors
  • Strong Knowledge of Fasteners
  • Experience working with Product Design Office
  • Experience with Shainin Red X and Kepner-Tregoe Reactive Problem solving tools
  • Experience with Design for Sigma (DFSS) using proactive quality tools
  • Result oriented, energetic self-starting leader with ability to direct cross --functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited university or a Master's degree in Business Administration
  • Familiarity with Scout Motors business systems / procedures

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground upThis is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundationIn 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 candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Internal leveling code: IC10

 

 

Notice to applicants:

  • Residing in San FranciscoPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
  • Residing in Los AngelesScout 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 in New York CityThis role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

 

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice 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 ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.

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About The Company

Here at Scout Motors, we‘re 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 represents more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. Together with the help of our community, we’re designing, engineering, and building the next generation of electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers — the ones who roll up their sleeves, push forward, endure the elements, and get the job done.

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