Specialist, Equipment Planning

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:

• Development and creation as well as implementation of planning concepts and projects including the corresponding design specifications or general conditions for the Paint-Shop department. Ensuring of defined measures and development of techniques or processes including analysis and evaluation of alternative solutions under consideration of economic standards
• Start to finish business responsibility for planning of the Paint automation technology
• Responsibility for project coordination in terms of time, costs and quality (preparation, implementation and documentation of all necessary project milestones)
• Support for planning of electrical equipment from concept and construction perspective, through implementation phase to the final acceptance.
• Acting as an interface between Production to external equipment suppliers, external personnel or service providers
• Define production requirements for Paint shop equipment projects.
• Approval of technical specifications of production equipment and clarification of technical issues with technical contractors as well as suppliers of Paint-Shop equipment
• Preparation of offers comparative analyses and purchase orders
• Realization of VFF, PVS, 0-series and production ramp-up to series operation
• Processing of planning orders, improvement proposals and change requests including ongoing revision.
• Assumption of special tasks corresponding to the skills and duties of the job holder
• This Role is carried out responsibly in factual cooperative collaboration with supervisors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards, and regulations
• Stay up to date with industry trends, market dynamics and regulatory requirements related to the automotive industry.

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 Columbia, SC. 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 degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering preferred), or the equivalent of 4 years of engineering experience in the automotive industry.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Automation and Production Systems
• 3+ years of experience in Paint application and equipment.
• 3+ years project management experience (equipment planning).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in scaled manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Advance technical knowledge in automation technology and/or product