What you'll doBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Creating and implementing award packages for equipment used in the Tech Center Flash Lab, and tracking them through installation.
- Providing regular equipment status reports and maintaining up-to-date Jira dashboards.
- Designing and building reliable electrical connections and interfaces for software updates on test benches and in vehicles.
- Evaluating tools and methods for each software update to maximize efficiency.
- Developing, validating, and maintaining scripts used to perform reliable software updates.
- Ensuring required configurations and documentation are available, including instructions for setting up and performing software updates.
- Keeping tools and test benches current, maintained, and calibrated.
- Ensuring updated parts are properly labeled, documented, and recorded for traceability.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., Development) to ensure benches and tools remain compatible with the latest system requirements and configurations.
- Testing and validating software updates before they are released for broader use.
- Analyzing software package data, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues.
- Verifying that the correct hardware and software are prepared for pre-series and test vehicles prior to assembly; partnering with Logistics, Purchasing, and Quality to archive parts as required.
- Confirming that tested parts are installed in the appropriate vehicle at the correct time.
- Provide training to team members before they perform software updates.
- Identifying process improvements and leading to their implementation.
- Designing, building, and maintaining tools to automate and accelerate software updates (e.g., macros).
- Creating, implementing, and maintaining a verification system to confirm and record the quality and quantity of completed software updates.
Location & Travel Expectations:
- This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.
- This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular 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 bringWe 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:
Required: - Bachelor's degree in automotive technology, mechatronic systems, electrical, software engineering or related field. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum 4 years professional experience in automotive electronics, mechatronics, or embedded systems.
- Proficiency in Python for scripting and tool development.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity with software update protocols and version control.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Experience with bench testing, harness fabrication, and diagnostic tools.
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
- Self-motivation and proactiveness.
Preferred: - Experience with CAN communication, UDS protocols, or similar.
- Knowledge of database systems for tracking inventory and performing updates.
- Understanding of vehicle engineering processes and of manufacturing processes.
- Strong skills at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; adept at developing effective partnerships and relationships.
- Demonstrated ability in creative and strategic problem-solving, with experience troubleshooting vehicle systems.
- Capability of creating detailed and well-structured work instructions
- Aptitude for producing accurate reports.
What you'll gainThe 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 TransparencyThis 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: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00
Internal Leveling Code: IC9
Notice to applicants:- To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
- 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.
