Manager, Seats and Restraints

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:

• Design and release responsibility for all restraints, steering wheel, front and rear seats. for all new products. You will cover from clean sheet of paper through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch.
• Be the vision of engineering excellence & source of knowledge for seating and restraints areas of expertise.
• A critical focus will be on design and engineering products that are innovative and optimized. Bring your creativity and passion to make exciting products. Invent and protect our intellectual property.
• Build and coach a diverse team; create a working environment that is fertile for innovation and efficient in operation.
• Design and create with collaboration a simulation environment that allows the new body systems concepts and ideas to be put to test for vehicle handling, safety features and overall drive experience.
• Create prototypes for virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing.
• Deliver designs to conform to safety standards and US government regulations.
• Proactively keep close to “pulse” of the consumer experience and propose system improvements.
• Input into the design of production facilities for body systems of the Scout Motors trucks & SUVs.
• Manage resources efficiently including infrastructure, financial, supplier partners and people.
• Be a key member and decision maker within the technical leadership team and liaison will all Scout Motors functions.

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.
• 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:

• Interior and seating technical skills/expertise with a 1st principles approach to problem solving.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or relevant engineering field.
• Master’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, engineering management or MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in body structures and relevant automotive assignments. Including all three phases of product development (design, test and launch)
• Computer aided engineering (CAE) awareness and/or direct experience.
• An ability to build strong working relationships with people across all organizational levels

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
• Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
• A mobility stipend

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 - $170,000.00

Internal leveling code: M8

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 Motors 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 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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