Sr Manager OBD core functions and requirements

Scout Motors•Novi, MI

7d•$180,000 - $220,000•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. Your engineering ingenuity, wonder & magic in defining the OBD system architecture will be instrumental in shaping the perception of Scout as a brand, as well as gaining peer admiration in the automotive industry. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Requirements

Relevant degree such as a bachelors or masters degree in Engineering, Technology, IT Systems, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university, preferably in electrical engineering, automotive engineering, or systems engineering
10+ years of experience in automotive engineering with strong expertise in Onboard Diagnostics (OBD), system engineering, and software integration, including experience in leadership or technical management roles
Proven experience leading the definition and delivery of OBD systems and diagnostic architectures for production vehicle programs, including BEV and/or hybrid platforms
Deep understanding of OBDII regulations, UDS diagnostics, diagnostic communication architectures, monitor strategies, and readiness/MIL concepts
Strong experience working in or transitioning toward a software-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture, including centralized compute, cross-domain coordination, and service-oriented systems
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams (systems, software, controls, calibration, validation, diagnostics, and aftersales/service engineering)
Experience with requirements engineering and traceability tools such as Jama, DOORS, or Polarion, and development/validation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, CANoe, INCA, CANape
Strong leadership skills with the ability to define strategy, align teams, prioritize work, and drive execution in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Strong systems-thinking mindset with the ability to manage complexity across multiple domains, interfaces, and vehicle functions
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership and drive alignment across organizations
Proven ability to build and develop high-performing engineering teams, foster collaboration, and create a culture of ownership and accountability
Motivated leader wanting to build and scale next-generation diagnostic systems and teams for cutting-edge electric vehicles

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the OBD Systems & Diagnostics team, including OBD system engineers, requirements engineers, integration engineers, and diagnostic specialists
Define and own the overall OBD strategy and system architecture for Scout’s software-defined vehicle platform across BEV and EREV applications
Establish a clear and scalable diagnostic concept, including monitor strategies, readiness behavior, MIL logic, diagnostic communication (UDS), and external service tool interaction
Drive the creation and alignment of OBD requirements across domains, ensuring consistency, completeness, and traceability from system definition through validation and release
Coordinate and align cross-functional stakeholders including systems engineering, software development, controls, HIL/vehicle validation, calibration, safety, cybersecurity, and aftersales/service teams
Define and manage development roadmaps, deliverables, and milestones for OBD system implementation, ensuring readiness for prototype, validation, and production releases
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and diagnostic standards, while enabling scalability for future software and platform updates (including OTA capabilities)
Oversee the integration of OBD functionality within the SDV architecture, including central compute, domain controllers, diagnostic gateways, and communication networks
Drive technical decision-making and trade-offs related to diagnostics architecture, system design, and implementation strategies
Establish best practices for requirements engineering, system modeling, validation strategies, and defect management within the diagnostics domain
Monitor key performance indicators such as diagnostic coverage, readiness performance, defect quality, and release stability, and drive continuous improvement
Support issue resolution and escalation management by guiding root-cause analysis and ensuring cross-functional closure of critical diagnostic issues
Coach and develop team members, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and career development support
Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, collaboration, and speed, aligned with Scout Motors’ entrepreneurial spirit
Partner with leadership and architecture teams to ensure the OBD system is future-proof, scalable, and aligned with evolving SDV capabilities and business needs
Be involved in other related tasks / activities as required

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
Pay Transparency
Annual performance bonus program