Lead Engineer, Development Fleet Software Technician

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:

• EE Issue Triage & Field Debug
  • Serve as the primary hands-on engineer in the field, leading the investigation of EE/system/software issues during vehicle development.
  • Perform on-vehicle diagnostics, log capture, and signal tracing using tools like CANalyzer, INCA, ODIS, UDS, and Ethernet sniffers.
  • Reproduce issues, identify initial root cause hypotheses, and implement or propose temporary workarounds.
• Cross-Functional Debug & Communication
  • Act as a technical bridge between validation teams, integration teams, and central engineering functions.
  • Coordinate with software, systems, and EE domain teams to drive issue resolution and ensure rapid response loops.
  • Prioritize and escalate blockers based on severity and program impact, enabling vehicle readiness for testing milestones.
• Issue Management & Documentation
  • Track and manage all issues in JIRA, ensuring accurate documentation of symptoms, logs, reproduction steps, and status.
  • Write clear technical reports, debug summaries, and issue debriefs for leadership and engineering stakeholders.
  • Participate in root cause reviews, fix validation, and regression planning.
• Fleet Support & Readiness
  • Ensure EE systems are functional across the development fleet to support testing campaigns (including ADAS, Infotainment, BCM, Powertrain, etc.).
  • Support vehicle software updates, configuration tracking, and interface with vehicle release processes.
  • Monitor fleet health and report recurring or systemic issues to engineering leadership.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• 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.
• Travel: This role requires extensive ability to travel domestically and internationally. Passport required. 

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 degree in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 12+ years of experience in EE/system validation, vehicle integration, or diagnostics.
• Proven hands-on experience working directly on vehicles, preferably during development, testing, or validation phases.
• Strong understanding of vehicle EE systems, CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols, ECU communication, and system interactions.
• Skilled in diagnostic and logging tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, INCA, UDS tools, ODIS, or equivalents.
• Must be proficient in using JIRA for issue management, including triage, updates, and resolution tracking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attentio