Active Chassis Calibration Engineer

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 the development, calibration and validation for electronic drivetrain and chassis control systems including (but not limited to):
  • All Wheel Drive Torque Distribution
  • Brake Torque Vectoring
  • Driver Steering Recommendation
  • Drag Torque Regulation
  • Drive Slip Regulation
• Fully autonomous hands-on calibration of customer focused chassis control systems to meet the Ride, Steering, Handling, Stability, and Braking performance demands of an emerging electric vehicle market.
• Define calibration methodologies, best practices and requirement specifications in a new E-architecture from scratch
• Establish, manage and track functional and performance requirements as a single point of contact independently from Level1 to a final validated version for serial production
• Carry out in-depth analysis of software documentation and feature set labeling to ensure clarity, accuracy and alignment with product functionality.
• Analyze and optimize chassis and propulsion feature sets for performance, efficiency and diagnostic functions.
• Conduct simulation and real-world testing to evaluate the performance of electronic chassis control systems in normal, adverse, and emergency scenarios.
• Perform in vehicle limit handling on high friction, low friction and off-road driving environments at various test locations and environments.
• Develop and execute plans to meet program milestones, regulatory requirements, and a successful launch
• Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to produce solutions to engineering & functional challenges
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in calibration processes, requirement management and development strategies
• Represent the company in technical discussions with suppliers and industry partners
• Expedite the project with new ideas and new projects even outside of the calibration scope
• Coordinate and collaborate with suppliers on integration and validation plans and activities
• Support the Chassis Testing & Tuning team, whenever needed with commitment to tasks outside the chassis functionality

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance at 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 on a regular basis.

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 an engineering field of study
• 8+ years of experience in vehicle concept engineering or serial development, in the work scope of calibration and validation of software functions and calibration tools including ETAS and MATLAB
• Ability to read and understand Simulink flow diagrams and C-programming source code
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, driving behavior evaluations, chassis control theory, and electronic control units (ECUs).
• A passion for vehicle operation and performance, specifically in truck and off-road vehicle development.
• Mentorship experience for junior engineers and the ability to teach complex content with passion
• Experience with electric vehicles or hybrid propulsion systems.
• Proven experience in requirement setting and management for vehicle control functions
• Experience with ISO26262 and functional safety standards
• Vehicle limit handling driving abilities in precision and emergency maneuvers documented by standardized licensing testing (SAE, TRC, OEM Specific).
• Advanced project steering and coordination skills to practice independent project management
• Knowledge of module and zonal vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, FlexRay.
• Hands-on experience with in-vehicle testing on public roads, proving grounds and specialized test tracks.
• Motivation to work at the cutting edge of electric vehicle technical design, creation of new ideas and solutions, and enjoyment of hands-on vehicle testing.
• Flexibility for domestic and international travel as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills, task ownership, self-motivation, problem solving, innovation creativity and communication skills.

What you'll gain

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

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 = $140,000.00 - $160,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants:

• 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 in Los 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 in New York City: This 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 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, 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.