Scout Motors
Automotive
SystemEngineer,CoreDiagnosticsLead
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“System Engineer, Core Diagnostics Lead at Scout Motors. Skills: Diagnostics, DFMEA, System Engineering, Functional Safety. Execute diagnostics definition framework. Define vehicle function/signal behavior”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet highest standards of safety; Meet highest standards of performance; Meet highest standards of user experience; Improve quality through diagnostics; Improve quality through preventative maintenance; Reduce human error in release chain
Industry & Context.
Complex problem solving; Data analysis; Root cause analysis
4-5 days per week in office, Regular in-person meetings, Travel to participate in events
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
12+ yrs. of experience, Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, Experience in dataset development, Module calibration/configuration experience
Nice to Have
Experience with VW’s DIDAS diagnostics databases
What You'll Do.
Execute diagnostics definition framework
Define vehicle function/signal behavior
Document module attributes
Define module states and limitations
Define performance expectations
Define timing constraints
Define reaction timing
Define detection ranges
Define functional purposes
Define activation/deactivation conditions
Define driver override capability
Define environmental constraints
Define Diagnostic DTC/DID/RID definitions
Define detection condition
Define recovery rules
Define display/notification concepts
Define emergency operations
Lead Functional Safety Strategy
Coach requirement quality
Coach failure analysis
Coach process discipline
Govern interfaces architecture
Govern integration readiness
Recognize system-level constraints
Mentor multi-disciplinary teams
Build multi-disciplinary teams
Scale multi-disciplinary teams
Establish engineering governance
Establish design reviews
Establish technical decision-making frameworks
Drive architectural enhancements
Improve quality through diagnostics
Improve quality through preventative maintenance
Liaise between Architecture and Systems Engineering
Resolve cross-domain blockers
Translate technical risks
Make Go/No-Go decisions
Automate manual workflows
Interface with electrical design teams
Interface with software developers
Interface with calibration engineers
Interface with supplier integration teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-communication with hardware design; Cross-communication with release engineers; Work with brilliant minds; Cross-domain Systems Engineering teams
Communication Scope
Precision Communication; Translate technical risks
Process & Methodology
Process Discipline, Engineering Governance, Design Reviews, Technical Decision-Making
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 At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your
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