CAE Sr Engineer – Energy Consumption

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal – where what you design gets built, driven, and remembered. If you're hungry to engineer something that matters, Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear. The CAE Energy Team within Scout comprises a small group of highly qualified engineers responsible for assessing energy consumption in support of component & system specifications, and regulatory / customer focused drive cycles (including range, performance, towing, extremes of temperatures etc.). This role is specifically designed for a n engineer in energy consumption mode ling supporting the team. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field
• 8+ years of experience in an automotive vehicle modeling environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink, including power train blockset, model building and script writing.
• Experience in tool development
• Strong analytical skills with an understanding of aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and their impact on electric and hybrid vehicle efficiency
• Familiarity with electric vehicle systems, such as battery management, powertrain control, and regenerative braking

Nice To Haves

• Co-simulation Experience between MATLAB/Simulink and GT-Suite
• Familiarity with GT-Suite and electrified-vehicle thermal systems
• Ability to conduct physical vehicle range testing across varying temperatures, terrains, and load conditions

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed simulations using MATLAB/Simulink (including Powertrain Blockset) to evaluate and optimize modeling inputs like aerodynamics, rolling resistance, and powertrain behavior.
• Define, track, and validate energy ‑ efficiency and range targets aligned with product requirements and customer expectations.
• Work closely with aerodynamics, thermal, and powertrain teams to integrate energy ‑ saving technologies such as lightweight materials and regenerative braking systems.
• Identify sources of energy loss and recommend design modifications to maximize range and minimize power consumption.
• Compare simulation outputs with real ‑ world driving data to refine models and ensure accuracy across varying conditions.
• Produce clear reports, insights, and recommendations to guide design decisions and future product improvements.
• Develop new methods and strategies for improving energy efficiency, including advanced materials, aerodynamic enhancements, and energy ‑ management performance.
• Build, refine, and maintain simulation models.
• Create scripts to automate analysis, improve workflows, and support tool development.
• Explore and evaluate emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and trends to derive insights and improve CAE model performance.
• Develop, test, and deploy AI/ML models into existing systems and workflows to optimize model accuracy, scalability, and efficiency

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with an employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO
• 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
• Annual performance bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior