Sr. Ext. Lighting Engineer–Front Lamps

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

• →Responsible for developing Scout Exterior Lighting Standards to ensure a robust product. Ensuring appropriate vehicle connection points for electrical are present in the base truck and SUV vehicle architectures.
• →Participate in and/or lead development of RFQ packages, tech reviews, and supplier selection.
• →Lead Product Development Team(s) to collaborate cross functionally across Scout internal functions, and suppliers to set design direction, and lead development, packaging, and execution of unique Scout accessories to bring them to market.
• →Contribute to the development of product specification books, test plans, DVP&R, DFMEA, Control Plans, and Quality Assurance requirements.
• →Direct design and analysis groups to create 3D math models (CAD), complete 3D packaging, and validate with analytical models (Optics, FEA, CFD, etc.) to fulfill functional and design requirements, and ensure compatibility, using Design Rules, Regulatory items, and attributes, such as NVH, water management, craftsmanship, etc.
• →Be a key member and decision maker within the technical leadership team and liaison with all Scout functional teams.
• →Develop and maintain all component and subsystem requirements and specifications, including device transmittals and interface control documents (ICD).
• →Ensure all program targets, including Piece Cost, ED&D Budget, Timing, Weight, and Quality, are met.
• →Track open issues and collaborate with other functional groups as needed to drive issues to resolution efficiently and effectively.
• →Ensure on-time validation and adequate testing coverage for all requirements (component, system, and vehicle) is achieved and traceability is maintained for assigned systems and components.
• →Conduct product evaluation and design reviews during prototype and pre-production development phases.
• →Develop prototypes for virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing.
• →Proactively stay attuned to new advancements, market trends, consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
• →Follow automotive industry design best practices, such as: Robust Engineering, Design for Manufacturability, and Design for Serviceability.

• 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.