Technical Specialist, Range Extended Electric Vehicle

Scout Motors • Blythewood, SC

7d • $95,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is reviving an iconic American brand, electrifying and digitizing it with American innovation. The company respects the past and future, communities, work and play, and its customers. Scout Motors empowers its talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. Employees are expected to be visionaries, leaders, knowledgeable doers, collaborators, and go-getters with passion. This role is an opportunity to be part of shaping the future of transportation and making history.

The Technical Specialist will perform analysis from requests driven by Production and Quality Teams, determine when analysis is needed from historical data, and work with cross-functional teams to drive resolution for high importance items. They will perform technical causal analysis using specialized equipment to resolve complex product issues identified in Production and from Customer remarks, and report findings to Senior Leadership. The role also involves performing routine functional analysis and feature validation to ensure Conformity of Production/Product, aiding in the development of test cases and methods, and identifying high risk cases to lead resolution activities. Additionally, the specialist will support corrective action development, monitor their effectiveness, and create standard operations for equipment in the Vehicle Analysis Center, while also performing continuous improvement activities. The role includes supporting initial builds, vehicle launches, and production ramp-ups, as well as leading and providing training to general assembly staff on quality standards and techniques, including VDA requirements, and assisting in the development of training materials.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of professional experience in automotive production and quality control concepts or a related field, including hands-on experience performing technical analysis.
• Hands-on experience performing technical analysis with hybrid drive systems preferred.
• Greenfield or Brownfield Automotive facility launch experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive processes, products, and materials, including familiarity with assembly tools, equipment, and best practices in the general assembly processes.
• Experience with VDA standards and their application in the automotive industry.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• In depth understanding of DMAIC methodologies and the ability to utilize them.
• Excellent writing skills for developing clear and comprehensive quality standards and procedures.
• Data driven and evidence-based mindset.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Hands-on experience with analyzing electrical, software and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Quality Management software.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt preferred.
• Ability to perform inspections and audits that may require standing, walking bending, or lifting.
• Work in a general assembly shop or manufacturing environment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and company policies.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• An ability to solve problems in manufacturing, problems in general assembly shop, and other areas in the plant.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member to problem solve or independently as a free thinker to improve quality.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Passport required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred (equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Hands-on experience performing technical analysis with hybrid drive systems preferred.
• Greenfield or Brownfield Automotive facility launch experience preferred.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis from requests driven by the Production and Quality Teams as well as determine when analysis is needed from results in historical data.
• Work with cross-functional teams to drive resolution for high importance items.
• Perform technical causal analysis utilizing specialized equipment to determine cause and resolve complex product issues identified in the Production system and from Customer remarks.
• Report problem-solving status and findings to Senior Leadership at daily and weekly rounds.
• Perform functional analysis at set frequencies to ensure Conformity of Production/Product.
• Perform feature validation at set frequencies to ensure Conformity of Production/Product.
• Aid in development of test cases and methods for analysis.
• Identify high risk cases from analysis and lead resolution activities.
• Support corrective action development.
• Monitor corrective action implementation for effectiveness and react to NOK trends.
• Create standard operations for utilizing equipment in the Vehicle Analysis Center.
• Perform continuous improvement activities to improve standards.
• Support initial builds, vehicle launches, and production ramp-ups to ensure quality targets are met in pre-series and series operation.
• Lead and provide training and guidance to general assembly staff on quality standards and techniques, including VDA requirements.
• Assist in the development of training materials and programs related to general assembly Quality.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED