Specialist, Ladder Frame Engineer

Scout Motors • Blythewood, SC

10d • $95,000 - $120,000 • 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, our communities, and the balance of work and play. We are looking for visionary, collaborative, and passionate individuals 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 by providing support to production teams, fostering a collaborative environment, and implementing containment actions to address design deviations and quality issues. The Specialist, Ladder Frame Engineer will collaborate closely with body production and maintenance teams, address equipment and communication issues promptly, and ensure seamless integration between departments. They will facilitate regular meetings, stay updated on industry advancements, conduct cross-departmental analysis of product launches, and recognize and rectify bottleneck situations. Additionally, this role involves providing instruction and guidance on techniques and regulations, tracking and coordinating special build events, and training team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years professional experience with expertise in car production, including ability to achieve stable production processes.
• Bachelor’s in mechanical, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience in Automotive engineering.
• Skillful at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration at all levels; ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships.
• Creative and strategic problem solver who exercises sound judgment.
• High proficiency with DFEMA, PFEMA, and control plans.
• Metrology equipment knowledge and measurement report utilization to drive product improvements utilizing shims, to fixtures, jigs, equipment to meet quality requirements within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 8D or similar method problem solving experience.
• Familiarity with statistical process control / control charts.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree is a plus.
• An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to production teams to help achieve production goals.
• Support the fostering of a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Implement containment actions short / long-term to address any deviations from the design of the vehicle / quality of parts.
• Collaborate closely with the body production and maintenance teams.
• Address equipment and communication issues promptly to minimize production delays.
• Ensure seamless integration between production, maintenance, and other relevant departments.
• Facilitate regular meetings between teams to discuss ongoing challenges and improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in body production and maintenance.
• Conduct cross-departmental analysis of product launches to identify areas for improvement.
• Recognize and rectify bottleneck situations to optimize production flow.
• Provide instruction and guidance on required techniques and regulations.
• Track and coordinate special build events within the Pilot Hall body Team.
• Training team members.

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
• Eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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