Quality Engineer, Total Vehicle

Scout Motors • Blythewood, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is bringing back an iconic American vehicle, electrifying and digitizing it with American innovation. We are a company that respects the past and the future, communities, work and play, and our customers. We are looking for talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial individuals who are visionaries, leaders, knowledgeable doers, and go-getters with unrivaled passion to join our team and help shape the future of transportation. This role will be instrumental in revolutionizing the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in BIW dimensional analysis, body joining, or vehicle launch engineering.
• Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and root cause analysis of dimensional variation.
• Familiarity with weld and adhesive joint designs and body assembly processes.
• Experience with metrology systems (CMM, laser scan, optical measurement systems) and data interpretation tools (Pi Web).
• Strong knowledge of automotive industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Excellent understanding of complete vehicle production processes.
• Proven ability to manage and lead teams effectively.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software (e.g., FMEA, Six Sigma, Minitab).
• Data-Driven Mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with great flexibility.
• May require extended hours during critical phases for issue resolution.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Responsibilities

• Analyze full vehicle and BIW measurement data to evaluate body fit, gap and flush, and dimensional stability.
• Lead root cause investigations for body dimensional variation using GD&T principles, CAD comparison, and plant measurement data.
• Work with metrology teams to optimize datum strategy, measurement points, and body location systems.
• Ensure proper integration of closures, glass, trim, and exterior systems to BIW structure to achieve world-class craftsmanship.
• Analyze and drive resolution of gap & flush concerns across build phases (VFF, PVS, Job 1).
• Develop and track dimensional quality KPIs, driving continuous improvement across pre-production builds.
• Partner with supplier quality, body shop, and final assembly teams to ensure dimensional integrity is achieved through tooling, fixtures, and process control.
• Support body shop launch readiness through analysis during VFF through SOP, BIW build quality, and joining execution.
• Use digital tools (e.g., Q-DAS, CM4D, PolyWorks, 3DCS, Pi Web) to track and analyze measurement and quality data.
• Identify deviations, defects, or process variation in the production process or final vehicle assembly.
• Work with relevant departments to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Lead the timing plan of open issue closures.
• Analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop strategies to proactively address potential quality issues.
• Develop lessons learned and root cause analysis catalogues.
• Lead cross-functional meetings on issue resolution.
• Prepare detailed summarizing findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Communicate quality action plans to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure transparency and accountability throughout the problem-solving process.

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
• Annual performance bonus program

What This Job Offers

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