Specialist Plant Engineering - Electrics Automation

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. 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.

The Scout brand is all about respect. 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. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Development, creation and implementation of planning concepts and projects, including the corresponding design specifications and framework conditions for the assembly store area. Ensuring defined measures and development of techniques or procedures including analysis and evaluation of alternative solutions, considering economic standards.

Responsible for the planning of the complete equipment electrics, considering the process-related and mechanical requirements of the equipment technology and compliance with local norms, standards and laws.

Representation of all electrical matters within an assembly equipment in front of all internal and external customers.

Creation of electrical specifications considering the mechanical requirements and required interfaces

Coordination of electrical matters within an assembly equipment and representation towards internal and external suppliers.

Follow-up and tracking of electrical specifications and requirements towards internal and external suppliers.

Coordination of the electrical interfaces from the equipment to the shopfloor IT systems and other electrical interface partners

Approval of the electrical specifications of the production equipment and clarification of technical questions with the technical contractors as well as the suppliers of the assembly equipment.

Preparation of cost estimates, comparative analyses and bid evaluations

Accompanying the realization of plant projects from the concept phase, through design and production, to pre-series and series operation of a production equipment.

Processing of planning orders, suggestions for improvement and change requests, including ongoing revisions

Coordination of stakeholder departments and operators with a focus on the implementation of proposals for electrical system design and the identification of optimization measures

Taking on special tasks that correspond to the skills and tasks of the job holder

Responsible performance of this task in objective and cooperative collaboration with superiors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards and regulations

Stay up to date with industry trends, market dynamics and regulatory requirements related to the automotive industry

Location Travel Expectations :

This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.

This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.

Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

Bachelor's/master’s degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or related field preferred.

5+ years of professional experience in automotive production

3+ years of experience in Assembly conveyor and equipment.

3+ years project management experience (equipment planning).

Ability to…