Senior Engineer Product Quality - Suspension Brakes Alignment

Here at Scout Motors were 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 will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration caretaking and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasnt 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. And 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.

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 gogetter with unrivaled passion.

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

About the team

The Production Quality Team within Scout includes Technical Engineering Quality. The Product Quality Engineer (PQE) Suspension/Brakes/Alignment is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of suspension braking and alignment systems in vehicles. This role involves problemsolving root cause analysis supplier coordination and continuous improvement efforts to maintain highquality standards in manufacturing and product development. The PQE works closely with crossfunctional teams including manufacturing design suppliers and customer service to address quality issues and drive process enhancements.

What youll do

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

Quality Assurance & Control:

• Ensure compliance with company and industry quality standards (IATF 16949 ISO 9001 etc..
• Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics related to suspension brakes and alignment systems.
• Perform audits on manufacturing processes and supplier components to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Lead failure analysis and problem resolution using methodologies such as 8D DMAIC and 5Why analysis.

Issue Investigation & Root Cause Analysis:

• Investigate product failures warranty claims and customer complaints related to suspension braking and alignment issues.
• Utilize tools like FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) to assess and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Supplier & Manufacturing Support:

• Work closely with suppliers to improve component quality and resolve nonconformance issues.
• Support production teams in resolving manufacturing quality concerns and process deviations.
• Review and validate engineering changes related to suspension brakes and alignment to ensure quality impact assessment.

Continuous Improvement & Process Enhancement:

• Identify and drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and reliability.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma principles to optimize processes and reduce defects.
• Develop and update quality control plans work instructions and inspection criteria.

Testing & Validation Support:

• Support durability and performance testing of suspension brake and alignment systems.
• Work with R&D and testing teams to validate new designs and product modifications.
• Analyze test data to ensure compliance with safety and performance requirements.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance in office with inperson meetings and events regularly.
• 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 frequently (international and domestic) 1040 of the time (passport required)

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fastpaced highgrowth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• Education/Certifications: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field.
• Years of Experience: 3 years in product quality manufacturing or supplier quality engineering in the automotive industry.
• Communication: Strong written verbal communication skills along with collaboration skills to work with crossfunctional teams.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Strong understanding of suspension brake and alignment systems.
  • Proficiency in quality tools like FMEA SPC 8D PPAP APQP and MSA.
  • Handson experience with problemsolving techniques such as Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action implementation.
• Software Proficiency:
  • Experience with CAD software data analysis tools and quality management systems.
  • Familiarity with statistical tools like Minitab is a plus.
• Certifications (Preferred): Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) IATF 16949 Lead Auditor.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical communication and teamwork skills with a proactive approach to problemsolving.

What youll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides select highlights:

• 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

This is a fulltime 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $130000.00 $140000.00

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status disability pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application preemployment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact