Specialist, Drive Train Engineer

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 trucks 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 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. 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. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

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 all-electric pick-up truck and rugged SUV marketplace. As a Drive Train CFT Engineer, you will act as a key technical interface between product, production, and quality throughout pre-series, pilot, and series production phases.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Act as the technical lead for electric drive train systems within the Pilot Hall environment. 
• Support production teams in achieving daily build targets, quality objectives, and launch milestones. 
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve drive train, e-motor, gearbox, and system integration issues to ensure stable and repeatable production. 
• Define, implement, and track short-term and long-term containment actions for deviations related to product design, component quality, or assembly processes. 
• Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration and issue resolution. 
• Identify and proactively address equipment, tooling, process, or communication gaps to minimize downtime and production delays. 
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional team meetings, ensuring alignment, transparency, and timely escalation of risks and blockers. 
• Conduct root cause analyses and drive sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues. 
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks and process inefficiencies impacting production flow and drive train quality. 
• Provide technical instruction, coaching, and guidance on required methods, standards, and regulations. 
• Track, coordinate, and support special build events, validation builds, and pilot runs within the Pilot Hall assembly team. 
• Ensure effective knowledge transfer and training of team members to strengthen technical capability and production readiness. 

In this role, you will hold end-to-end responsibility for all drive train–related topics within Pilot Hall while actively developing and supporting the team.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.  
• This role requires daily attendance in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• 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: 

• 5+ years of professional experience in vehicle or powertrain production, with a focus on stabilizing, optimizing, and launching production processes. 
• A Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience gained through multiple years of hands-on work in automotive production or electric drive systems. 
• Strong ability to navigate complex organizations and collaborate effectively across production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams. 
• Proven structured and analytical problem-solving skills to address technical and process-related challenges. 
• Sound judgment and a data-driven mindset to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• High proficiency in DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plans to ensure robust and stable quality processes. 
• Experience using metrology equipment, measurement systems, and reports to validate products and drive continuous improvement. 

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 = $100,000.00 - $125,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• 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 Motors 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 Motors 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.