Scout Motors

Automotive

Specialist,ProcessControlEngineer(InstallationTrials)

$100–125k Blythewood, South Carolina, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Specialist, Process Control Engineer (Installation Trials) at Scout Motors. Skills: Process control strategies, Installation trials, Problem-solving. Lead installation trials. Execute installation trials”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure stable production processes; Ensure repeatable production processes; Ensure compliant production processes; Minimize production disruptions; Minimize downtime; Improve process flow; Improve ergonomics; Improve throughput; Improve quality

Industry & Context.

Automotive
Problems you'll solve

Structured problem-solving; Root cause analysis; Data-driven decision making

Eligibility Requirements

4-5 days per week in office, Regular in-person meetings, Travel to participate in events

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

4+ years of experience in automotive production, pilot builds, or industrialization, Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or comparable technical discipline, Proven ability to work cross-functionally, Analytical and structured problem-solving skills, Data-driven mindset, Ability to make sound decisions, Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives, High proficiency in DFMEA, High proficiency in PFMEA, High proficiency in control plans, Experience with metrology equipment, Experience with measurement systems, Experience evaluating measurement reports

Nice to Have

Master’s Degree is a plus, Equivalent relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

What You'll Do.

Lead installation trials

Execute installation trials

Define process control strategies

Implement process control strategies

Maintain process control strategies

Provide hands-on support to production teams

Maintain ownership of process performance

Identify deviations from product design

Identify deviations from process standards

Identify deviations from quality requirements

Implement short-term containment actions

Implement long-term containment actions

Implement corrective actions

Collaborate with battery production

Collaborate with maintenance

Collaborate with quality

Collaborate with engineering teams

Resolve equipment issues

Resolve tooling issues

Resolve communication issues

Lead structured problem-solving activities

Facilitate cross-functional meetings

Review installation trial results

Review continuous improvement opportunities

Analyze pre-series builds

Analyze pilot results

Analyze series production data

Identify optimization potential

Eliminate bottlenecks

Develop work instructions

Maintain work instructions

Communicate work instructions

Develop process documentation

Maintain process documentation

Communicate process documentation

Develop control plans

Maintain control plans

Communicate control plans

Coordinate special build events

Support special build events

Train production team members

Coach production team members

Support production team members

Train engineering team members

Coach engineering team members

Support engineering team members

Take ownership of assigned topics

Ensure transparent reporting

Ensure alignment with stakeholders

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Production teams; Battery production; Maintenance teams; Quality teams; Engineering teams

Communication Scope

Explain technical concepts

Full Job Description

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: Lead and execute installation trials to validate assembly processes, tooling, and equipment during pre-series (pilot) production and through series production. Define, implement, and maintain process control strategies to ensure stable, repeatable, and compliant production processes across all production phases. Provide hand

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