Manager, Project and Data Management

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

Within the production environment, you will contribute to the manufacturing and testing of prototypes featuring the pioneering Scout design and functionalities. Additionally, you will play a decisive role in transferring the lessons learned to the later pre-series and series production line. In your role you will report to the Senior Director Test & Special Vehicle Build.

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Technical and disciplinary leadership of a vehicle build team in prototype area
• Ramp up, leading, and steering of Project and Data Management for the inhouse Test & Special Vehicle Build through entrepreneurial action and target agreements with Senior Director Test & Special Vehicle Build
• Directly responsible for 3rd party contracts for engineering, technical services, and construction of build equipment
• Secure concept for early training and formation of SCOUT production personnel as preparation for tasks in series production
• Oversight of project management for preparation and build of prototype vehicles as well as control and tracking of procurement processes
• Heading of planning and control of the machine and equipment set-up
• Guiding the specification of vehicle assembly processes and the required technical information
• Responsible for production capacity planning of the vehicle build mix
• Responsible for tracking KPIs such as cost and budget planning, quality attainment and sustainability, volume, and timing
• Managing of escalation processes for parts availability and initiation of technical solutions as well as acceptance processes for deviating build-ins
• Reporting and cross-departmental coordination on the vehicle build status to higher-level decision meetings
• Coordination of change management and change deployment control processes
• Ensure close cooperation with R&D: Input data for definition of the vehicles (Bill of Material of each vehicle)
• Incorporate process of preparation of parts data for problem analyses and measurement evaluations
• Safeguard derivation of solutions for technical problems and countermeasures
• Collaboration with local training centers and technical institutions (planned)

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI. 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:

• 7+ years of professional experience in automotive production and manufacturing/prototype production environment
• 5+ years of progressive experience in building and managing teams
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields
• Strong understanding of production environment and affinity to work with complex systems