What you’ll do
Within the Manufacturing Engineering scope, the Product Engineering team evaluates, reports, and achieves manufacturability KPI’s by consulting with R&D on optimal product design.
Success is achieved by intimate knowledge of product design, production process and project management. The “Manufacturing Engineering Bodyshop HOP” is responsible for the manufacturing process in Bodyshop. You will report to the Manager, Bodyshop at Production Planning.
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
Your goal is to improve the product, design the vehicles according to the needs of manufacturing and to enable stable and ergonomic processes that are feasible for high volume manufacturing
Identify, decide and implement technical requirements from manufacturing to influence product design for closure assemblies
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, production control, and engineering to provide product design and product concepts according to the needs of Bodyshop.
Use CAD-Data-Analysis, Simulations and virtual tests to identify risks for high volume manufacturing
Identify and implement ideas to improve product design to ensure stable processes in bodyshop and minimal rework in series production
Ensure that all products are designed to meet fit, finish, and Body Shop requirements and that product design is feasible for high volume manufacturing
Take responsibility for all communication between production planning bodyshop and engineering department as Single point of contact for all vehicle design related topics
Use cross departmental collaboration to meet and exceed company goals and objectives in the field of design for manufacturing
Coordinating activities within the team that outline and achieve project goals.
Providing instruction and guidance about required techniques and regulations.
Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at in-person meetings and events. The role will be based out of a Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
What you’ll bring
We expect all Scouts 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.
Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
3+ years professional experience with expertise in manufacturing engineering or production planning (Bodyshop), including ability to achieve stable production processes.
Deep knowledge of vehicle engineering processes
Skillful at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships.
Creative and strategic problem solver who exercises sound judgment.
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 itsfoundation. In addition, Scoutprovidescompetitive 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 to lease up to 2 vehicles at competitive rates
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-$130,000
Internal leveling code: IC9
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 inLos 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 inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
