Supplier Quality Engineer

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:

• Support  supplier quality planning and execution  of manufacturing , assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production using APQP  and VDA quality management processes.

• Support   all  quality performance  and  functional  standards ,   to ensure   all  vehicle  a c tivities are met  in the supply chain  to  meet  Cus tomer satisfaction .

• Provide leadership at Suppliers to ensure Scout’s Quality expectations are met and that suppliers can meet the industrialization related activities on time with the Supplier Quality  team and  escalate when unable.

• Responsible for proactive and reactive containment at  suppliers .

• Responsible  for reviewing  and  participate  in approval of necessary boundary samples, appearance catalogs, etc.

• Responsible  for ensuring  change management occurs and is identified properly , and proactively for product  architecture  requests.

• Responsible for Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain  from development to series production.

• Work as a partner with the Supply chain to ensure escalations of issues are raised and resolutions are   re solved in a timely manner .

• Lead supplier improvements in cost, quality ,  and manufacturability .

• Facilitate understanding of technical requirements between Suppliers  with Scout  Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams to  always ensure proper transparency and communication .

• Responsible for supplier audits and corrective actions to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations .

• Collaborate with Scout’s Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics .

• Accountable for  ongoing  monitoring supplier  manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products and design  changes.

• Responsible  for driving  continuous  improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles .

• Ensure suppliers have  exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote  mass industrialization through  efficient and seamless production of high-quality products .

• Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are  capable and robust using read across methodology for similar  manufacturing lines and/or suppliers .

• Facilitate new  or alternative materials  for that  will positively impact  design  robustness,  quality, manufacturability , or cost  reduction.

• Participate in supplier  r eview s including new suppliers and design for  manufacturability  reviews .

• Support / lead  suppliers in efficient use  of best  methods of manufacturing, testing, and gauging,  poke-yokes  and correct tools or assembly equipment to  use.

• Drive Quality improvements with Engineering,  Quality  and Operations to ensure Quality KPI’s are met and drive to exceed  expectations.

• Support  the planning, execution and evaluation  of root cause analysis to ensure high quality of Scout production vehicles  through fast response methodologies .

• Lead, participate  and drive Scout’s Quality expectations as required to  ensure  KPI’s  are  met.

• Act with dignity and respect on behalf of Scout when at a supplier .

• Work  to mitigate warranty claims with suppliers to drive closure and resolution of issues  with the cross-functional group .

• Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout .

• Support NCR resolution.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Location & Travel Expectations

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in  Blythewood, South Carolina.

• 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.

• Travel : Domestic and international travel required, approximately 40-70% of the time. Valid driver's license required. Passport required.

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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s  degree  in mechanical/vehicle engineering ,  industrial engineering ,   or related field  preferred .

• Experience in Quality Systems a plus: In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection ;  PPAP/APQP/ VDA processes

• 4-8   years of experience in  A utomotive   or applicable  T ier I  experience

• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of vehicle development ,  vehicle production  and supply chain management .

• Excellent   operations experience  and very good understanding of the vehicle  assembly/ functionality .

• Great  written and verbal  communications skills .

• Sound knowledge of quality management  and methodologies.

• VDA Auditing Experience preferred.

• Understanding of safety requirements

• Understanding of IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills

• Certification in AIAG Core Tools - MSA, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans,  PPAP

• Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams

• Proven results  and ability  to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and  expectations.

• Proven ability to execute project management  techniques.

• Strong technical writing ability  using SPC and data analysis as well as  an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain  manner.

What you'll gain

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