Engineer, Brake and Traction Controls

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $120,000 PA - $135,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Engineer, Brake and Traction Controls role involves contributing to chassis systems vehicle dynamics for all-electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs. Responsibilities include reviewing technical systems, proposing engineering improvements, designing drive system packaging, and collaborating with other teams. The engineer will be involved with active chassis controls optimization and other related tasks. This role is based in Novi, Michigan, requiring regular in-person attendance and travel.
Must have:
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering
  • 4+ years of experience in ESC, stability control, ABS
  • Experience in CAD tools and chassis component packaging
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Perks:
  • Competitive insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) program with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): 20 days planned PTO, 40 hours of unplanned PTO, and 14 company or floating holidays
  • 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:

  • Individually contribute in chassis systems vehicle dynamics for Scout all-electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs.
  • Be a part of the vision of engineering excellence & source of knowledge.
  • Critically review of available technical systems and propose an engineering improvement of chassis components and functions.
  • Design & create with collaboration, a drive system packaging and a testing strategy that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities.
  • Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to produce solutions to engineering & functional challenges.
  • Actively work with mule / DV and production part requirements, including design, testing and ordering, hitting all design and prototype gates. Coordinate, guide, and track the prototype and serial development stage, ensuring part availability, test planning, and part releases.
  • Work with vehicle dynamics to ensure all active chassis controls for stability control and ABS are optimized
  • Be involved with other related tasks / activities as required.

Location & Travel Expectations:

  • This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
  • The responsibilities of this role require 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: 

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering
  • 4+ years of experience in ESC, stability control, ABS, or vehicle dynamics focused on the active part of handling
  • Passion in Vehicle dynamics, specifically truck and off-road development.
  • Experience with ABS / Stability Control (ESC) and chassis tuning and development
  • Experience in CAD tools, packaging of chassis components and experience in part design application (incl. requirements management, system integration, manufacturing and assembly processes).
  • Advanced project steering and coordination skills to practice independent project management for a defined chassis part scope.
  • Motivated engineer wanting to work at the cutting edge of electric vehicle technical design, create new ideas and solutions, enjoying hands-on testing.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, innovative, creative, communication skills and ability to develop & mutually thrive in working relationships.
  • Proven ability to work in a cross-functional environment.

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.

Initial base salary range = $120,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

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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