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:

• Coordinate and refine control algorithms for state-of-the-art electric vehicle thermal management systems.
• Perform calibration of thermal and climate functionality to deliver optimal performance for the customer and vehicle.
• Ensure that thermal management systems meet industry standards and regulatory requirements for safety, performance, and environmental impact.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate calibration solutions into the overall vehicle architecture.
• Conduct thorough testing, validation, and optimization of control algorithms.
• Participate in calibration development trips.
• Lead issue resolution for thermal calibration and/or software issues.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• 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.

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 engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in high voltage battery controls system development, preferably in the automotive or energy storage industry.
• Proficiency in control theory, algorithm development, and simulation tools.
• Experience in calibration tools and methodologies.
• Strong programming skills in languages like C, C++, or Python.
• Experience with thermal management systems and associated hardware.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and hardware interfaces.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations pertaining to battery technology.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• Ability to be self-sufficient with minimal direction to meet customer deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with colleagues and suppliers around the world
• Ability to read, interpret and generate engineering drawings and specifications.
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

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 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

Pay Transparency

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 = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Position Overview

The Senior Thermal Systems Design Release Engineer (DRE) serves as the technical leader and end to end owner of advanced thermal management components and subsystems across multiple vehicle programs. This role is responsible for leading the design, development, validation, release, and lifecycle support of complex thermal hardware including cooling modules, HVAC systems, refrigerant circuits, battery thermal systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and related fluid handling components.
The senior DRE ensures that all thermal subsystems meet or exceed OEM performance, durability, cost, quality, manufacturing, and timing targets from program initiation through Job 1 and into post launch operations. This role requires deep technical capability, cross functional leadership, supplier management expertise, and the ability to resolve complex system level issues.

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:

Thermal System Leadership & Technical Ownership

• Serve as the senior engineering authority and “single point of responsibility” for assigned thermal systems within one or more vehicle platforms.
• Translate vehicle level thermal, energy, and performance targets into detailed component level technical requirements and specifications.
• Lead system integration efforts to ensure compatibility with vehicle controls, electrical architecture, software interfaces, and packaging constraints.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior DREs and influence cross functional engineering decisions related to thermal architecture.

Advanced OEM Design & Release Execution

• Direct the creation, evolution, and approval of CAD models, drawings, specifications, and documentation within the PLM environment.
• Own part numbering strategy, BOM structure, and engineering releases for all gateway milestones across multiple vehicle programs.
• Lead high level design reviews, trade off discussions, and technical forums with product development, controls, electrical, manufacturing, and program leadership.
• Drive early issue identification and resolution through advanced analytical tools and system modeling.

Supplier & Sourcing Leadership

• Serve as the chief technical interface to global suppliers, ensuring alignment on requirements, performance expectations, timing, and quality.
• Review, challenge, and approve supplier engineering documentation including DFMEA, DV plans, tolerance stacks, and material/process specifications.
• Partner with Purchasing to evaluate sourcing strategies, review commercial proposals, and assess supplier technical readiness.
• Lead supplier launch readiness activities including tooling kickoff, PPAP validation, and manufacturing capability audits.

Validation Strategy & Vehicle Build Support

• Develop, own, and execute comprehensive DVP&R plans for thermal components and subsystems.
• Provide on-site support for prototype, mule, VFF, and production builds, lead issue triage, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Lead technical support for thermal testing campaigns including environmental chambers, weather events, dynamometer testing, and wind tunnel evaluations.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Integration and Controls teams to ensure system performance meets real world and regulatory requirements.

Quality, Manufacturing & Launch Excellence

• Coordinate closely with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure that component designs meet plant requirements and process capabilities.
• Lead and support PFMEA reviews, control plan development, and PPAP documentation for thermal systems.
• Drive resolution of launch issues including leaks, noise and vibration concerns, flow restrictions, contamination, and supplier non conformances.
• Implement lessons learned and design optimizations to ensure continuous improvement across vehicle programs.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• 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.

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: 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in automotive thermal systems or closely related hardware.
• Deep understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, coolant systems, refrigerant circuits, and thermal system integration.
• Expertise with OEM CAD and PLM systems and experience leading engineering releases through full vehicle development cycles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex design efforts and resolve system level issues in cross functional environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EV thermal architectures, integrated cooling systems, and high voltage thermal components.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, DVP&R, and quality systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes for heat exchangers, pumps, valves, hoses, and molded plastic/metal components.
• Proven track record of leading supplier development, managing global supply chains, and supporting launch activities.
• Advanced problem-solving skills including structured root cause analysis, system simulations, and data driven decision making.

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 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

Pay Transparency

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 = $120,000.00 - $145,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC8

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:

• Coordinate and refine control algorithms for state-of-the-art battery management systems (BMS) to monitor cell voltage, temperature, and state of charge (SOC) for efficient energy utilization and safety.
• Perform calibration of BMS functionality to deliver optimal performance for the customer and vehicle
• Ensure that battery control systems meet industry standards and regulatory requirements for safety, performance, and environmental impact.
• Utilize modeling and simulation tools to validate control system designs and predict performance under various operating conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate battery control systems into the overall vehicle architecture.
• Conduct thorough testing, validation, and optimization of control algorithms.
• Participate in calibration development trips.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• 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.

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 engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in battery controls system development, preferably in the automotive or energy storage industry.
• Proficiency in control theory, algorithm development, and simulation tools.
• Experience in calibration tools and methodologies.
• Strong programming skills in languages like C, C++, or Python.
• Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) and associated hardware.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and hardware interfaces.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations pertaining to battery technology.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• Ability to be self-sufficient with minimal direction to meet customer deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with colleagues and suppliers around the world
• Ability to read, interpret and generate engineering drawings and specifications.
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

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 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

Pay Transparency

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 = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Network Engineer (AMR / Industrial Wireless)

North Point Technology is hiring Network Engineers to support the deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) systems across a global manufacturing footprint. This role is ideal for an experienced network professional who can design, deploy, and optimize industrial wireless networks in complex, production-critical environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and support wireless network infrastructure across manufacturing sites
• Conduct wireless site surveys to assess coverage, performance, and environmental constraints
• Install, configure, and optimize wireless networks to support AMR system operations
• Deploy and support Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and Cisco Cyber Vision
• Perform network testing, tuning, and troubleshooting in live production environments
• Coordinate with plant IT teams, operations, and external vendors during deployments
• Develop and maintain standardized documentation for network configurations and processes

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure deployment
• Strong experience with Cisco networking technologies
• Hands-on experience with wireless network design, deployment, and optimization
• Experience with Cisco ISE (authentication, policy enforcement, segmentation)
• Experience deploying networks in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in real-world conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Cisco Cyber Vision or industrial security platforms
• Experience with OT (Operational Technology) or industrial IoT environments
• Experience supporting large-scale, multi-site deployments