Engineer, Chassis Wheel Guidance (Front and Rear Control Arms)

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 trucks 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 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. 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. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

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:

• Key contributor for suspension structural components, enabling market defining system performance.
• Apply chassis system knowledge of metal formed products (Castings, weldments and forgings) to create high performance robust solutions for a world class off road vehicle.
• Individually contribute in the design and development of the chassis and drive system integration for Scout all-electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs.
• Be a part of the vision of engineering excellence & source of knowledge.
• Critically review of available technical systems and propose an engineering improvement of chassis components and functions.
• Design & create with collaboration, a drive system packaging and a testing strategy that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities.
• Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to come up with solution to engineering & functional challenges.
• Coordinate the prototype and serial development stage in terms of part availability, test planning and part releases.
• Be involved other related tasks / activities as required.

Location & Travel Expectations

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC or Novi, Michigan/
• 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 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 Engineering, Technology, or Engineering Technology.
• 4+ years of experience in chassis concept engineering or serial production development, specifically with focus of platforms/variants, module selection and modification, in the chassis environment is desired.
• Experience in CAD tools, packaging of chassis components and experience in part design (incl. requirements management, system integration, manufacturing and assembly processes).
• Advanced project steering and coordination skills to practice independent project management for a defined chassis part scope.
• Motivated engineer wanting to work at the cutting edge of electric vehicle technical design, create new ideas and solutions, enjoy hands-on testing.
• Strong interpersonal skills including ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, innovative, creative, communication skills and ability to develop & mutually thrive in working relationships.
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional environment.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and