R &D Technician (Body) – Technical Center Workshop

R &D Technician (Body) – Technical Center Workshop

Blythewood, South Carolina, United States

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!

Support the upkeep and repair of automated equipment, including PLCs and robotics, by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and software issues to ensure smooth operation and reduce downtime.

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

• Support Technical Center Workshop activities related to vehicle build, rework, and validation with a focus on Automotive Body systems, including Body-in-White (BIW) and paint-related components.
• Perform hands-on body assembly, disassembly, and rework activities, including installation of special body parts and support of potential body modifications for prototype, pre-series, and development vehicles.
• Perform metal work and part rework activities, including alignment correction, fit adjustment, and refinement of body components to meet dimensional, fit, and functional requirements.
• Support spot welding and other joining processes as required for body repairs, modifications, or validation activities.
• Perform initial vehicle or body-related diagnostics and root cause analysis for reported issues and document findings in appropriate systems.
• Repair or modify body components and assemblies, including replacement or rework of damaged or non-conforming parts.
• Support installation and removal of vehicle measurement equipment or fixtures used for body validation and analysis as required.
• Perform short functional or validation drives, where applicable, to verify body repairs, updates, or modifications.
• Read, interpret, and follow body repair procedures, joining instructions, assembly documentation, and hardware retrofit instructions.
• Maintain accurate vehicle and body work records by documenting rework actions, repairs, and modifications in designated documentation tools.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members on body rework, metal work, documentation, and troubleshooting processes as needed.
• Participate in daily workshop team meetings and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams to support development, build readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• In-Person Attendance:
  Daily
• Location:
  
  Blythewood, SC
• Travel:
  Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

We expect all Scouts 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:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of professional experience in automotive production, body repair, BIW, or paint-related work.
• Strong hands-on experience with Automotive Body systems, including BIW components, body panels, and structural parts.
• Experience with metal work, part rework, alignment correction, and fit adjustments.
• Familiarity with spot welding or similar joining processes used in body repair or modification.
• Ability to read and follow body repair procedures, assembly instructions, and retrofit documentation.
• Ability to…