Specialist, Universal Test System (UPS)

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 framework conditions for the Assembly-Shop department. Ensuring of defined measures and development of techniques or processes including analysis and evaluation of alternative solutions under consideration of economic standards 
• Responsible for the planning of complete production processes, equipment (especially vehicle commissioning) and methods across all work sequences in the Assembly-Shop department and elaboration of these scopes into space plans, considering the requirements of all departments (and social partners) 
• Approval of technical specifications of production equipment and clarification of technical issues with technical contractors as well as suppliers of Assembly-Shop equipment (especially vehicle commissioning) 
• Responsible of layouts, specifications, time schedules and investment plans, following economic standards 
• Coordinate vehicle commissioning activity with product specialists support.  
• Ensure 100% Flashed Material are consumption. 
• Generate vehicle commissioning status reports and templates. 
• Assign and Setup vehicle commissioning Stations/Stands/Machine for vehicle commissioning and control units flashing. 
• Proactive support E-Warehouse Team in Escalation topics for vehicle commissioning and flashing of control units. 
• Escalate production critical topics to management team that affect production, especially vehicle commissioning. 
• Collaborate in cross-functional team to solve vehicle commissioning and flashing topics. 
• Coordinate all necessary activities with partners like production, logistics, IT, pilot hall etc. in terms of vehicle commissioning and flashing. 
• Collaboration with software releases in the flash center. 
• Preparation of offers comparative analyses and purchase orders 
• Realization of PV, 0-series and production ramp-up to series operation 
• Processing of planning orders, improvement proposals and change requests including ongoing revision 
• Coordination of related departments, R&D and operators with focus on the implementation of suggestions for the product design according to production requirements and the identification of optimization measures 
• 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 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require daily 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.

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. Heres what else youll bring: 

• 5+ years professional engineering with expertise in automotive manufacturing, production planning or project management (especially in vehicle commissioning and flashing) 
• Bachelors/master’s degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields 
• Deep knowledge of vehicle commissioning and flashing processes 
• Basic knowledge about production systems in the field of production (e.g. SCADA, Back-up and Recovery systems, MES) 
• Skillful at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships. 
• Creative and strategic problem solver who exercises sound judgment. 
• Project Management Skills 
• Proficient communication skills 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
• Proficient report creation, data mining/mapping, and analytics tool skills. 
• Leadership experience preferred. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to read and understand wire diagram. 
• Experience in vehicle electric and electronic. 

What youll gain

The 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 Transparency

This 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $130,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• 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.