Specialist, Production Engineer

Scout Motors • Blythewood, SC

17d • $100,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is reviving an iconic American vehicle brand, electrifying and digitizing it with American innovation. We are building a company that respects its past, its communities, its customers, and the balance of work and play. We are looking for visionary, knowledgeable, and passionate individuals to join our entrepreneurial teams and help shape the future of transportation. This role will be instrumental in revolutionizing the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by providing essential support to production teams to achieve production goals, fostering a collaborative work environment, and implementing solutions to ensure vehicle design and part quality meet standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in automotive manufacturing with a concentration within BIW, including the ability to achieve stable production processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field. An equivalent amount of relevant experience in automotive engineering and production may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 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 the ability to use measurement reports to drive product improvements utilizing shimming to fixtures, jigs, and equipment to meet quality and dimensional requirements within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 8D or similar method problem solving experience.
• Familiarity with statistical process control / control charts.

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
• Annual performance bonus program

What This Job Offers

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