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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.\nBut Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.\nThe 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.\nAt 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.\nJoin 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!\nAbout the team\nThe Body Systems Team within Scout includes Body Structures, Closures, Ladder Frame, Interior and Exterior Trim, Lighting, Accessories, and Safety. This role is specifically assigned to the Body Structures team. \n\nThe Top Hat Structures Engineer will own the development of assigned Body Side and Roof structure components and assemblies from concept through design release, validation, launch, and issue resolution. The engineer will ensure assigned deliverables meet applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and defined vehicle performance targets. The role collaborates with Studio, R&D and Production Engineering, suppliers, and Quality to evaluate identifiable technical, manufacturing, cost, weight, timing, and performance factors; select an appropriate course of action within established engineering processes; and escalate decisions or risks that exceed the assigned scope. This role also creates and maintains part data and benchmarks the competitive set. \nWhat you’ll do\nBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:\nOwn the sheet metal design and release of assigned body side and roof structure stampings and assemblies for new products, ensuring deliverables meet defined technical, quality, timing, and documentation requirements. \nEvaluate identifiable design, manufacturing, cost, weight, timing, and vehicle-performance factors; recommend and implement the appropriate course of action at each development milestone. \nAnalyze sections, components, and sub-systems to identify performance gaps, evaluate technical tradeoffs, and drive design solutions that support vehicle-level efficiency and performance targets. \nDevelop and maintain CAD data for design-alternative studies, packaging evaluations, design reviews, and production development of assigned parts. \nCollaborate in the development and application of simulation methods for new body-structure concepts related to vehicle handling, safety, structural performance, and the overall driving experience. \nPlan and support virtual and physical verification activities for assigned components and assemblies, including prototype builds and field testing; evaluate results and drive issues through closure. \nAssess consumer, benchmark, test, and field information to identify opportunities and recommend system improvements within the assigned scope. \nCoordinate supplier-partner deliverables for assigned components, including technical reviews, timing, issue resolution, and production readiness. \nServe as the primary engineering contact for assigned body-side and roof-structure topics; communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional partners and senior contacts, adapting the level of detail to the audience. \nLocation & Travel Expectations:\nThis role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.\nThis role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. \nApplicants 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.\nWhat you’ll bring \nWe 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: \nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. \n5+ years of experience in body structures, including all three phases of product development (design, test and launch). \nProficiency in CATIA for designing, analyzing, and releasing detailed sheet-metal parts and assemblies. \nStrong technical expertise in sheet-metal design and first-principles problem solving, with the ability to evaluate identifiable factors, adapt established approaches, and resolve unusual technical issues. \nWorking knowledge of computer-aided engineering (CAE) methods and the ability to apply analysis results to component and subsystem design decisions. \nDemonstrated ability to build effective working relationships across organizational levels and advise technical and nontechnical stakeholders on difficult engineering matters. \nAbility to coordinate effectively across Studio, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and supplier teams while maintaining ownership of assigned deliverables. \nProficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., MATLAB, Minitab, Excel). \nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, and attention to detail. \nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations to differing audiences. \nWork Environment:\nCollaboration with cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance. \nPotential travel to suppliers or manufacturing facilities for material assessments. \nWhat you'll gain\nThe 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 providescompetitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:\nCompetitive insurance including:Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans\n\n401(k) program with:An employer match and immediate vesting\n\nGenerous Paid Time Off including:20 days planned PTO, as accrued\n40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually\nUp to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders\nPaid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave\n\nPay Transparency\nThis is a full-time, 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 candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.\nInitial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00\nInternal leveling code: IC9\nNotice to applicants:\nTo be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. \nResiding in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. \nResiding 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. \nResiding in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.\nEqual Opportunity\nScout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and 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, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. 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