Specialist, Pre-Series Steering

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.

As a Specialist, Pre-series Steering at Scout Motors, you play a crucial role in the planning and execution of pre-series vehicle production. Your primary responsibilities include:

• Production Planning: Develop and manage the pre-series volume production plan, ensuring alignment with ordering departments such as engineering, quality, training, and sales.
• Communication and Coordination: Collaborate with various internal departments to align production schedules and inform relevant parties about building schedules. Ensure effective communication channels with purchasing and logistics to guarantee the availability of all necessary parts.
• Constraint identification: Proactively identify potential bottlenecks in pre-series vehicle production and define corrective measures to address production challenges.
• Purpose-Driven Planning: Align with ordering departments to determine when pre-series vehicles need to be produced based on their specific purposes, such as process validation, testing, or training.
• Continuous Optimization: Utilize insights from each pre-series batch to optimize future production planning. Identify and resolve process issues to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes.
• Process Creation and Implementation: Take the lead in creating and implementing pre-series processes. Given our startup nature, this involves establishing efficient and effective processes from scratch.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain detailed technical documentation related to pre-series steering, including specifications, test reports, and improvement recommendations.
• Cost Tracking: Track and monitor costs associated with pre-series steering, providing regular updates and insights to contribute to cost-effective planning.
• Supplier Collaboration: Collaborate with steering system suppliers to ensure seamless integration of components into the pre-series production process.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require 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. 

We expect the Specialist Launch Cost to bring a unique set of qualifications and experiences to excel in this role. Key qualifications include:

We're looking for a candidate with:

• Educational Background: A Bachelors or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. Specialization in Production Management or Planning is preferred.
• Experience: Experience in production program planning, particularly in the automotive industry. Understanding the fundamentals of car production processes is essential.
• Technical Understanding: Strong technical understanding of production processes, particularly in relation to steering systems. Knowledge of how these processes impact the functionality and quality of vehicles is crucial.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in analyzing production data, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions to optimize pre-series production planning.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Adept at identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions to ensure seamless pre-series vehicle production.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration with internal departments, suppliers, and other stakeholders, ensuring a smooth flow of information.
• Process Optimization: Previous experience in optimizing production processes, driving efficiency, and implementing best practices.

What you'll 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 candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $95,000-$120,000

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.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.