Technical Specialist, Drive System at Scout Motors

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Knowledge of chassis systems, including metal formed products (castings, weldments, and forgings)
  • Ability to apply chassis system knowledge to create high-performance robust solutions for off-road vehicles
  • Experience or capability in design and development of chassis and drive system integration for electric vehicles (BEV/EREV)
  • Skills in coordinating prototype and serial development stages, including part availability, test planning, and part releases

Responsibilities

  • Individually contribute to the design and development of the chassis and drive system integration for Scout electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs
  • Design and create, with collaboration, a drive system packaging and testing strategy that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities
  • Partner with other concept and systems architect teams to come up with solutions to engineering and functional challenges
  • Coordinate the prototype and serial development stage in terms of part availability, test planning, and part releases
  • Develop, plan, and prepare tests for drive system components
  • Prepare test-cars based on requirements to ensure performance, efficiency, and reliability of the drive systems
  • Compile production-related system-level component measurements (torques, heights, etc.)
  • Support root cause analysis for issues identified during production and testing, and propose corrective actions
  • Collaborate with DREs and suppliers on integration and validation plans and activities
  • Coordinate part availability and ensure test readiness to meet project milestones
  • Document build plans, results, and technical reports to communicate findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders
  • Assist in the development of the powertrain and drive system integration for Scout pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs (BEV/EREV)
  • Calibrate and create, with collaboration, a Scout-specific driving experience that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities
  • Liaise with the powertrain hardware and chassis tuning team to propose technical input

Skills

Drive System Engineering
Manufacturing Processes
Vehicle Testing
Production Optimization
Series Production
Electric Vehicle Systems
Engineering Analysis

Scout Motors

Develops all-electric trucks and SUVs

About Scout Motors

Scout Motors Inc. excels in the automotive industry by focusing on the development of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, emphasizing sustainable transportation solutions. This forward-thinking approach reflects the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and positions them at the forefront of emerging automotive technologies. Working at Scout Motors offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation and is dedicated to shaping the future of the automotive sector.

Detroit, MI, USAHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Legal challenges from California dealers may delay market entry.
Focus on hybrids may attract criticism from environmental groups.
Rapid expansion could lead to operational inefficiencies.

Differentiation

Scout Motors offers hybrid models, meeting consumer demand for gasoline-backed EVs.
Satellite Wi-Fi connectivity enhances vehicle utility in remote areas.
Direct sales model aligns with modern automotive retail trends.

Upsides

Hybrid models surpass demand for pure EVs, indicating strong market interest.
$2 billion investment in South Carolina boosts local economy and job creation.
Electric SUVs and trucks tap into growing market demand.

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