Powertrain Dev/Val Engineer, Engine & Engine HW

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

5h • $110,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is hiring a Powertrain Development/Validation Engineer to support the development and integration of the engine and engine hardware for the Scout Terra pickup. The role leads the overall hardware design verification plan (DVP), including planning prototype and production samples across development phases. The engineer develops and executes test plans with internal partners, suppliers, and the vehicle testing team to demonstrate that vehicle performance targets can be met; ensures development tools and equipment are available for internal testing; authors test procedures and publishes them as Scout engineering standards; and develops powertrain requirements from vehicle-level specifications, formally documenting them in Scout systems.

The position is based at Scout Motors’ Novi, Michigan location and requires working in the office 4–5 days per week, with regular in-person meetings and events. Occasional travel to participate in company events is expected. This is a full-time, exempt position with a base salary and eligibility to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The initial base salary range is $110,000–$135,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Demonstrated expertise in powertrain fundamentals, with hands-on experience in engine dynamometer development, validation, and calibration testing, including test specifications and setups.
• More than 4 years of experience as a development and/or validation engineer supporting engine projects from initial development through production.
• Experience using industry-standard vehicle and dynamometer data acquisition and analysis tools such as INCA and Vector.
• Hands-on engine instrumentation expertise, including strain gauges and thermocouples, for vehicle and test cell applications.
• Ability to influence technical peers without direct authority.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including accountability, self-motivation, problem solving, analytical thinking, succinct communication, and the ability to develop mutually productive working relationships.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment.
• Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, a positive attitude, a growth mindset, flexibility in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, and a collaborative approach.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Direct experience with internal combustion engine range extender applications.

Responsibilities

• Support development and integration of the engine and engine hardware underpinning the Scout Terra pickup.
• Lead the overall engine and engine hardware DVP, including prototype and production sample planning for each development phase.
• Develop and execute test plans with internal group partners, suppliers, and the vehicle testing team to demonstrate vehicle performance targets can be met.
• Ensure required development tools and equipment are available on time to support internal testing.
• Author test procedures and publish them as Scout engineering standards.
• Develop Scout powertrain requirements derived from vehicle-level specifications and formally document them within Scout systems.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans.
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting.
• 20 days of 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 bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave.
• Eligibility to participate in an annual performance bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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