Job Overview
Location
Blythewood, South Carolina, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Operations
Date Posted
April 21, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • The Specialist, Project Steering at Scout Motors Inc. plays a critical role in advancing the company’s mission to revive an iconic American vehicle brand through electrification, digitization, and innovation, contributing to the future of sustainable transportation.
- • Day to day, the Specialist will track and report on production equipment, lead P-FMEA processes, coordinate evaluation requests, manage risk and OKR processes in serial planning, support supplier park project management, develop control strategies across departments, monitor KPIs, and drive serial planning improvements using new technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- • The role is part of the Plant Engineering Production Steering & Battery Team at Scout Motors, a company rooted in American automotive heritage, committed to innovation, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit, building electric pick-up trucks and rugged SUVs with dual powertrain options including the Harvester™ range extender.
- • The person in this role will gain deep expertise in automotive production systems, serial planning for HV battery assembly, cross-functional leadership, risk management, and project steering within a high-growth, fast-paced environment, while contributing to the ramp-up of series production and shaping the future of mobility.
🎯 Requirements
- • 3+ years of professional experience in automotive production with expertise in achieving stable production processes and project steering operations
- • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, economics engineering, or a related field
- • Expertise in Serial Planning (HV Battery) Assembly management preferred
- • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- • Minimum of High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
🏖️ Benefits
- • Competitive insurance including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans
- • 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
- • Generous Paid Time Off: 20 days planned PTO, 40 hours unplanned PTO, 14 company/floating holidays annually, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, and paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting, or military service
- • Opportunity to build products and a company from the ground up with an iconic American brand
- • Competitive compensation and annual performance bonus program
- • Full-time, in-office role in Blythewood, South Carolina with opportunities for in-person collaboration and occasional travel
Skills & Technologies
About Scout Motors Inc.
Scout Motors Inc. is reviving the iconic Scout brand to build all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs engineered for off-road adventure. Founded as an independent American automaker and backed by Volkswagen Group, the company is constructing a $2 billion manufacturing plant in South Carolina to begin production in 2027. Combining heritage design cues with modern battery technology, Scout targets outdoor enthusiasts seeking durable, zero-emission vehicles that can tow, haul, and traverse tough terrain while offering intuitive digital experiences and over-the-air updates. The reborn lineup aims to compete directly with Jeep, Ford Bronco, and Rivian in the growing electric adventure segment.
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