Manager, TOE

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

• →Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Engineers in the Technical Office of Engineering (TOE) responsible for all R&D functions in the Production Center in Blythewood 
• →Hire and onboard new team members as needed to meet program and organizational growth. 
• →Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• →Ensure proper workload balance, resource planning, and team development. 

 Technical Office – Task and Function 

Industrialization of New Models 

• →Adapting the design to production conditions (“Design for Manufacturing”) 
• →Product- Adaptations to optimize manufacturing processes and workflows 
• →Coordination with MSTs and the Production Center (P, QA) 

Engineering Change Management 

• →Secure integrated issues management and communication 
• →Technical evaluation of the production impact of design changes 
• →Coordinating implementation in the plant (timing, trail builds) 
• →Ensuring changes are cleanly integrated into the production line (build documentation) 

Quality Assurance and Problem Solving 

• →Be part of Root cause analysis (e.g., fit, tolerances, material defects) 
• →Ensure collaboration with quality, suppliers, and development 
• →Introducing technical improvements to prevent field issues  

Interface to DREs 

• →Feedback from series production to the DREs 
• →Participation in “Part Table reviews” (e.g., component approvals) 
• →Support with testing and validation in build process 

Launch Support (Launch Management) 

• →Organize Test- car build and build documentation 
• →Test car sign-off for R&D 
• →Supporting pre-series builds and ramp-up 
• →Ensuring quick technical communication 
• →Rapid resolution of “build issues” 

Supplier and Component Support 

• →Technical coordination with suppliers in case of problems or changes 
• →Evaluation of component quality and manufacturability 

Cost and Efficiency Optimization 

• →Identifying cost-saving potential (materials, processes) 
• →Implementing value engineering measures 
• →Reducing scrap and rework 

Coss‑Functional Collaboration 

• →Align closely with production, quality, sales, purchasing, finance, product management, vehicle dynamics, CAE, other R&D teams, and cross‑system engineering partners. 

Strategic Planning & Program Management 

• →Develop long‑term strategies for component maturity, sourcing, innovation, and future technology roadmaps. 
• →Create and maintain engineering development plans and ensure alignment with program milestones. 
• →Identify and mitigate program risks related to timing, resources, suppliers, cost, or technical challenges. 

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing 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. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Scout 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. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.