Senior Manager, Whole Vehicle Science Attributes

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.
But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.
At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.
Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in vehicle characteristics development, simulation and sciences in the automotive industry such as NVH, weight, aero dynamics, and range as well as data analysis, and interpretation for vehicles and/or components
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems and components, including vehicle electrification systems, chassis, drivetrain integration, electrical, and electronics as well as operational modes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulatory and homologation standards and requirements or other regional regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and simulation result interpretation.
• Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within established timelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the vehicle attributes & sciences team organization to ensure the overall integration strategy for vehicle attributes & sciences, ensuring seamless collaboration among various components, subsystems, and functionalities.
• Develop comprehensive validation and verification plans for vehicle systems, including hardware, software, and whole vehicle performances, aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Work collectively with the digital twin leads to analyze simulation results, including complex physics-based data, draw meaningful conclusions and make recommendations; ensure vehicle designs meet performance and safety requirements.
• Manage technical expertise for on-road and track testing of prototype/development vehicles to validate simulation results and assess real-world performance, incorporating physics-based insights.
• Lead the whole vehicle release and readiness process, confirming vehicles are ready for proving grounds, public road and vehicle development testing.
• Work closely with other R&D departments, including Vehicle Dynamics, Aerodynamics, Powertrain, Energy, Body, Interior, to integrate characteristics and simulation efforts into the vehicle development process.
• Responsible for balancing and maintaining approved budget, finding efficiencies not yet realized to streamline the development of the whole vehicle for the sciences and attributes team
• Participate in and direct design reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance during the development of new vehicle systems and components.
• Responsible to lead and provide direction for triangle of responsibility attribute teams, tracking and aligning next steps for resolution between the Physical, Virtual and component leads.

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with: Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
• A mobility stipend

What This Job Offers

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