Senior Supplier Quality Geometrical Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Scout Motors
Location: Columbia, SC 29223
Description:
Scout Motors
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 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.
Scout is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. 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. And 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.
At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout? 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:
Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. 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 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:
The 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 provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:
This 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.
Initial base salary range = $125,000-$140,000
Internal leveling code: IC8
Notice to applicants:
Equal Opportunity
Scout 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 is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws.
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 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.
Scout is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. 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. And 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.
At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout? 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:
- Supplier Quality Management:
- Develop and implement quality control procedures and standards for supplier components and materials.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Travel to supplier sites as needed to address quality issues directly and provide support.
- Geometric Analysis and Inspection:
- Perform detailed geometric analysis of supplier parts using GD&T principles.
- Utilize advanced measurement tools and techniques (e.g., CMM, laser scanners) to assess and verify component geometry.
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate quality control.
- Statistical Analysis and Reporting:
- Conduct statistical analysis of quality data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
- Develop and apply statistical models to predict potential quality issues and evaluate supplier performance.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on quality metrics, issues, and improvement initiatives.
- Access and utilize cloud-based data systems to gather, analyze, and share quality data and insights.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance supplier quality performance.
- Analyze quality data and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations for improving product quality.
- Develop and deliver training to suppliers on geometric quality requirements and best practices.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with engineering, production, and procurement teams to address and resolve quality issues.
- Support new product development by providing geometric quality input and guidance.
- Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving.
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality from the customer's perspective based on warranty and production data collection.
- Responsible for geometric analysis, preliminary analysis and testing of individual parts and of total vehicles
- Monitoring of measuring and testing equipment within area of responsibility
- Lead improvements based on quality market research activities, quality studies and benchmarks to determine customer quality requirements.
- Oversee the geometrical data from supplier for Supplier Quality requirements.
- Drive Quality improvements with Engineering, Supplier Quality and Operations to ensure Quality KPI's are met and drive to exceed expectations
- Responsible to execute Quality fast response process to drive Quality improvements
- Ensuring execution and evaluation of root cause analysis at suppliers for Supplier Quality of Scout production vehicles.
- Definition of quality processes and technical standards in cooperation with Engineering, Purchasing and Operations teams and provide leadership to the technical quality teams and oversee daily operations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain World Class Excellency in the geometry prioritized areas of Scout.
- Act as the Geometry Technical Expert within the Supplier Quality group.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. 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 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:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in in mechanical/vehicle engineering, industrial engineering, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive engineering/product quality, with at least
- Minimum 3 years in a leadership role in an OEM/ Tier 1
- Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of geometry and laboratory testing in a vehicle environment
- Excellent knowledge of vehicle technology in the areas of optical scanning, Cmm, Meister bock, laboratory testing
- Excellent knowledge or RPS and GD&T
- Very good vehicle assessment skills and a very good understanding of the vehicle as a whole
- Sound knowledge of quality management
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills
- Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
- ASQ certification, AIAG, VDA experience an asset
The 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 provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:
- Competitive insurance including:
- Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
- 401(k) program with:
- An employer match and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off including:
- 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
- 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
- Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
This 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.
Initial base salary range = $125,000-$140,000
Internal leveling code: IC8
Notice to applicants:
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
Scout 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 is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws.