Sr Engineer, Steering Gear

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

1d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal – where what you design gets built, driven, and remembered. If you're hungry to engineer something that matters, Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear.
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or Engineering Technology.
• 8+ years of steering gear/rack (EPS) experience in concept engineering or serial development on SUV or truck platforms, including full vehicle integration.
• Strong capability in CAD/FEA part and system design, validation, and development engineering for steering systems.
• Experience with requirements decomposition, system-level integration, DFMEA/DVP&R, and collaboration with supplier engineering teams.
• Familiarity with manufacturing, assembly, and plant launch processes.
• Proven ability to lead component and system development within an OEM environment, including ownership of timing, deliverables, cost, and quality for assigned chassis components.
• Ability to independently manage projects within defined vehicle program milestones.
• Highly motivated engineer with a passion for electric vehicle development, capable of driving innovative technical solutions and engaging in hands-on validation, testing, and root-cause analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including ownership, initiative, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence cross-functional teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Proven success working across OEM functions, including vehicle dynamics, packaging, software, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality organizations.
• Demonstrates a proactive, results-driven approach, taking ownership of issues, driving resolution, and continuously improving engineering processes and product performance.

Responsibilities

• Engineer steering system components; including Electric Power Steering (EPS), steering columns, and intermediate shafts.
• Lead the design and development processes for these components.
• Interface with suppliers to ensure components meet structural, performance, and packaging requirements.
• Contribute to the development and integration of chassis and drive systems for Scout pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs.
• Uphold the vision of engineering excellence and serve as a source of technical knowledge.
• Introduce innovative ideas and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve the Scout vision.
• Critically review existing designs, ideas, and specifications, proposing engineering improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to design and develop improved packaging and testing strategies, fostering engagement and contributions from all involved.
• Partner with concept and systems architecture teams to develop solutions for engineering and functional challenges.
• Coordinate prototype and serial development stages, including part availability, test planning, and part releases.
• Participate in other related tasks and activities as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with an employer match and immediate vesting
• 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