Engineer, Battery Structures

Scout Motors • Charlotte, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the battery structures for all new products. You will work together with a full battery supplier through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch for all Scout all-electric pick-up and rugged SUVs. Creating the CAD-Data in interaction with the full battery supplier Optimize the CAD-Data with respect to cost, functionality, weight, and manufacturability. Responsible for the integration of the high voltage battery into the vehicle architecture. Define design verification plans and align with the test engineers. Working together with suppliers and engineering service providers. Be a part of a diverse team while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Develop CAD data for virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing. Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations. Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly. Manage resources efficiently including infrastructure, financial, supplier partners and people.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, engineering management or a relevant field
• 4+ years of experience in body mechanical areas and relevant automotive assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Expert in CATIA V5. Including the ability to make 3D parametric models and 2D drawings
• Strong technical skills and expertise to problem-solving
• Ability to lead simultaneous engineering teams
• Good knowledge of MS Office products
• Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the battery structures for all new products.
• Work together with a full battery supplier through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch for all Scout all-electric pick-up and rugged SUVs.
• Creating the CAD-Data in interaction with the full battery supplier.
• Optimize the CAD-Data with respect to cost, functionality, weight, and manufacturability.
• Responsible for the integration of the high voltage battery into the vehicle architecture.
• Define design verification plans and align with the test engineers.
• Working together with suppliers and engineering service providers.
• Be a part of a diverse team while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Develop CAD data for virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing.
• Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations.
• Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
• Manage resources efficiently including infrastructure, financial, supplier partners and people.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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