- Drive the development of hardware components for EV cameras, display systems, audio modules, and body control units from concept to production, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Lead and manage a team of hardware engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Collaborate with the Product Management team to define hardware requirements, specifications, and performance targets based on EV product objectives and customer needs.
- Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses for proposed hardware solutions, making data-driven decisions and providing recommendations.
- Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to source high-quality components, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Coordinate with the software engineering team to ensure seamless hardware-software integration, functionality, and user experience optimization.
- Establish and maintain design verification and validation processes, including testing and analysis to ensure the reliability and performance of hardware components.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in EV hardware technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance product development processes.
- Prepare progress reports, project updates, and presentations for senior management, effectively communicating project status, risks, and opportunities.
- Bachelor's or Masters degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in hardware design and development, preferably in the automotive or transportation industry.
- Demonstrated, progressive experience building and leading digital modeling teams with the ability to inspire, motivate, promote collaboration, and drive innovation.
- Strong technical knowledge of hardware development for cameras, displays, audio systems, and body control modules.
- Proficiency in using design tools such as Altium, Cadence, or similar PCB design software.
- Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations, including ISO, IEC, and other relevant safety standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
- 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
- Corporate Vehicle Program with:
- Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle and to lease 1 vehicle at competitive rates
- A mobility stipend
Manager, Hardware Engineering - San Francisco, United States - Scout Motors
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, its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
Scout is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing all-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 hasnt 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. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply below.
What youll do
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-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. The role will be based in the Detroit, MI vicinity; applicants based in CA will be considered. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
What youll bring
We expect all Scouts to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:
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:
Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. 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 = $170,000-$200,000
Internal leveling code: M8
Equal Opportunity
Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand 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 anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.