Scout Motors
Engineer, BEV Vehicle Function Development & Calibration
Novi, Michigan, United States · Mid · Full-time
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About the role
- One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.
- But Scout is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
- Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation.
Responsibilities
- Your engineering ingenuity, wonder & magic in coming up with a powertrain that supports the concepts will be instrumental in shaping the perception of Scout as a brand, as well as gaining peer admiration in the automotive industry.
- Support the development, integration, and calibration of the powertrain and drive systems for Scout pick ‑ up trucks and SUVs (BEV / EREV)
- Own the function integration together with the software development team, from concept to series release, ensuring a robust integration
- Define and manage On road and Off ‑ Road function requirements, interfaces, and operating strategies, including the support of defining the UI/UX requirements for the vehicle
- Develop and execute test cases vehicle functions related to Drive System
- Support prototype and vehicle testing activities, including calibration drives, off ‑ road testing, data collection, analysis, and technical reporting
- Collaborate effectively in a cross ‑ functional and global environment to deliver integrated, high ‑ quality powertrain and Off ‑ Road solutions
- Experience developing, integrating, and validating Off ‑ Road or driveline ‑ related functions, such as mechanical locking differentials, traction or torque ‑ based control strategies, or off ‑ road driving modes including the UI/UX requirements
- Ability to read and understand Simulink models and C ‑ based source code to support calibration, debugging, and functional discussions
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field
- 3+ years of experience in powertrain or drive system development, calibration, and validation within concept or serial vehicle programs, preferably for electric or electrified vehicles (BEV / EREV)
- Hands ‑ on experience with Function development and integration
- Practical experience with calibration and validation on testbenches and vehicles, including calibration test trips, structured data analysis, and technical documentation
- To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Compensation
- This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program.
- Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
- The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.
- Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00
Company info
- Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history.
- Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers.
- At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate.
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