Specialist, Engineering Logistics - Universal and CKD container

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:

• Design and Development: Lead the design and development of special CKD and universal containers specifically tailored for the automotive industry, focusing on solutions for single and welding parts within the body shop and assembly 
• Automotive Standards: Ensure all container and rack designs comply with automotive industry regulations and are optimized for the unique requirements of welding parts and single components. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with automotive engineering, logistics, and production teams to ensure that container and rack designs integrate seamlessly into the vehicle manufacturing process, particularly in the handling of welding and single parts. 
• Quality and Innovation: Drive innovation in the design of containers and racks to enhance durability, safety, and cost-effectiveness, with a specific focus on the needs of single and welding parts in the automotive sector. 
• Processes Management: Understanding the use of manual and automated material handling equipment (e.g., tugger trains, forklifts) and develop strategies for universal and CKD concepts. Ensure these strategies align with assembly and body shop. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• 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: 

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in container and rack design within the automotive industry, with a focus on single and welding parts. 
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software, specifically CATIA V5, with a strong understanding of automotive industry standards and regulations. 
• Compliance: In-depth knowledge of industry compliance standards and regulations, ensuring all designs meet required safety, environmental, and quality standards. 
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to innovate in the design of containers and racks. 
• Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Standards and Regulations: Experience and knowledge of VDA, ISO and other standards and regulations for the automotive industry. Experience in performing process AUDITs is required 
• Purchasing process: Managing the awarding of suppliers for equipment. 
• Coordinating: Implementation in line with SOP requirements 

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 = $90,000.00 - $110,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9