Human Factors Engineer

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $110,000 PA - $132,500 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Scout Motors is seeking an Engineer, Human Factors to join their team and revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace. This role involves advocating for good ergonomics and human factors throughout the vehicle development process, working cross-functionally with design and engineering teams to improve customer experience. Responsibilities include developing and placing manikins for various occupant sizes, evaluating CAD data, and developing requirements for targets and test methods for occupant packaging, reach, clearances, and visibility. The engineer will also lead the development of requirements for small and large item stowage, conduct customer clinics, and benchmark competitive vehicles to optimize the occupant experience. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and 4+ years of experience in ergonomics, human factors, or occupant packaging in the automotive OEM space. Proficiency in CAD software and Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years experience in ergonomics/human factors/occupant packaging
  • Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5, TeamCenter, NX, Ramsis, JACK)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JIRA
  • Strong knowledge of user-centered design principles
  • Familiarity with automotive industry standards for human factors
  • Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Usability testing and user research methodologies
  • NHTSA Driver Distraction and C/FMVSS knowledge
Perks:
  • Competitive insurance (Medical, dental, vision, income protection)
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Generous Paid Time Off (20 days planned, 40 hours unplanned)
  • 14 company or floating holidays annually
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting, or military 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:

  • Lead and advocate for good ergonomics and human factors executions throughout the vehicle development process
  • Work cross functionally with design studio and engineering teams to align on CAD data changes as needed to improve customer experience.
  • Develop and place human manikins for a variety of occupant sizing percentiles, evaluating vehicle CAD data releases against manikin placement for acceptability in reach, packaging, and clearances.
  • Identify/create requirements for appropriate targets and test methods on future Scout products for reach, packaging, and clearances in the vehicle cockpit.
  • Develop visibility related targets, including downvision cones, rimblock/obscuration view paths, and test methods/requirements for each to ensure good vision to controls/displays/fields of view.
  • Identify/create requirements for appropriate targets and test methods on future Scout products for small and large item stowage within the vehicle cabin
  • Conduct internal customer clinics and benchmark competitive vehicle set as needed to gather feedback and insights for optimizing the occupant packaging/visibility/stowage experience for Scout target customers.
  • Lead development of physical evaluation properties used to validate occupant packaging, vision, stowage, etc.

 

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 occasionally. 
  • 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 Mechanical Engineering, Human Factors engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • 4+ years experience in ergonomics, human factors, and/or occupant packaging in the automotive OEM space
  • Proficiency in CAD software, especially CATIA V5, TeamCenter, NX, Ramsis and/or JACK
  • Proficiency in office products such as Microsoft Office Suite and JIRA
  • Strong knowledge of user-centered design principles, usability testing, and user research methodologies.
  • Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations related to human factors, including NHTSA Driver Distraction and C/FMVSS
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively to design innovative packaging solutions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams and with external stakeholders.

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 = $110,000.00 - $132,500.00

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 Motors 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 Motors 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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