Lead Thermal System Engineer

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

7h • Onsite

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. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Over 12 years of engineering experience.
• 8 years’ experience in thermal system design (engine/exhaust and component protection experience).
• Leadership experience, with a track record of successfully leading and developing engineering teams.
• Proficiency in simulation tools and analysis of thermal systems.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing of thermal components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset.
• Comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of thermal management solutions for powertrain, and under hood thermal systems.
• Understanding of materials and applied to shielding techniques and protections.
• Help establish requirements where needed.
• Help establish detailed simulation and analysis to optimize the performance and efficiency of thermal components.
• Implement design improvements based on simulation results to enhance overall system reliability.
• Ensure all thermal safety related designs are fully characterized and understood.
• Lead and mentor a team of thermal engineers to ensure high-performance and continuous improvement.
• Provide directions for exhaust systems and component protection.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Oversee the prototyping and testing of thermal components to validate design performance.
• Perform and lead vehicle level testing (out west, or unknown locations supporting conditions).
• Analyze test data and implement necessary adjustments to improve system efficiency.
• Work closely with drive/engine systems, power electronics engineers, control systems engineers, and software developers to integrate thermal solutions seamlessly.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support the production and assembly of thermal components.
• Help prepare detailed design documentation, specifications, and reports for thermal system components.
• Safety voice for the company as related to thermal components.
• Experience with escalation of issues related.

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
• Pay Transparency

What This Job Offers

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