Sr Supplier Quality Engineer, Software Electrical Integration

Scout Motors • Columbia, SC

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is bringing back an iconic American vehicle, 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 offer two powertrains: an all-electric option and the Harvester™ range extender powertrain. We empower our teams to innovate and are looking for visionary, collaborative, and passionate individuals to join us in shaping the future of transportation. This role is based in Columbia, South Carolina, requiring 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. Travel is expected to be 40-70% domestic and international.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in electrical/electronics engineering or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• 8+ years of proven experience in Automotive High-Voltage Electrical Systems and High-Voltage Wiring/Harnesses.
• Expert level proficiency in systems such as TEVON, BeOn, PPA, ISO 26262 / ASPICE and TRL Audits.
• Exceptional ability to troubleshoot complex issues, debug prototypes, and perform electrical measurements and define rework on high-voltage components.
• Strong technical writing ability and the assertiveness to explain complex issues in a concise manner to stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Passport required.

Nice To Haves

• VDA 6.3 Process Auditing Certification preferred
• Advanced Certifications: Product Auditor for Wiring Harnesses preferred
• Professional-grade knowledge of AIAG/VDA Core Tools (FMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA) preferred.
• Understanding of applicable Regulatory & Safety requirements (IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain electrical component validation processes, specifically for high-voltage wire harnesses and self-sufficient wiring systems.
• Oversee supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes using APQP and VDA quality management processes.
• Execute process and product audits to ensure suppliers meet industrialization and performance expectations.
• Facilitate technical requirement understanding between Suppliers and Scout’s Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams to ensure total transparency.
• Lead technical strategies and project teams to resolve complex quality issues, acting as a Task Force Leader for critical technical topics when necessary.
• Drive supplier improvements in cost, quality, and manufacturability utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Responsible for proactive and reactive containment at suppliers.
• Responsible for ensuring change management occurs and is identified properly and proactively plan for product architecture requests.
• Responsible for Supplier PPA’s (according VDA Vol.2) and ongoing activities within the supply chain from development to series production.
• Support NCR resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree