REx - Engineer, OBD

Position: REx - Engineer, OBD2
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:

Your engineering ingenuity, wonder & magic in coming up with a powertrain that supports the concepts will be instrumental in shaping the perception of Scout as a brand, as well as gaining peer admiration in the automotive industry.

* Assist in the development of the powertrain and drive system integration for Scout pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs (BEV/EREV)

* Be a part of the vision of engineering excellence & source of knowledge

* Take over responsibility for requirements definition and function design

* Calibrate & create with collaboration, a Scout specific driving experience that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities  

* Develop and optimize OBDII diagnostic calibration strategies to ensure compliance with emissions regulations, including readiness monitors, fault detection thresholds, and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) logic

* Perform data analysis and vehicle testing using tools such as INCA or MATLAB/Simulink to validate OBDII calibrations under various operating conditions and duty cycles

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including powertrain controls, software development, validation, and regulatory compliance teams to deliver robust and production-ready OBDII diagnostic systems

* Liaise with the powertrain hardware and chassis tuning team to propose technical input  

* Coordinate and contribute into the prototype and serial development stage in terms of software availability, calibration test trips, data collection, data analysis and technical report creation to ensure software releases

* Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to come up with solution to engineering & functional challenges  

* Hands-on prototyping and building capability, from initial operation to coordinating and implementing software

* Be involved other related tasks / activities as required

Location & Travel Expectations:

* This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan or Charlotte, NC

* This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.

* 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 from time to time.

What you'll bring

We 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:

* Relevant degree such as bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Technology, IT systems, or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university, preferably in electrical engineering

* 8+ years of experience in concept engineering or serial development, in the work scope of calibration and validation of software functions and the needed calibration tools including ETAS and Matlab

* Experience in calibration process, calibration on test benches and cars to integrate data in a manner that reflects system engineering, integration and release processes

* Experience in calibration of several OBDII functionalities  

* Experience in the evaluation and the assessment of OBDII failure simulation and the…