Sr Manager, Propulsion Function Development and Calibration

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 At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal – where what you design gets built, driven, and remembered. If you're hungry to engineer something that matters, Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear.  Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Team Leadership & Development  Lead, mentor, and grow a team of BEV function development and calibration engineers responsible for propulsion control, motion control, drivability, and related vehicle dynamics functions  Hire, onboard, and develop new team members to support program execution and organizational growth  Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, accountability, and disciplined execution  Ensure effective workload planning, resource allocation, coaching, and professional development  BEV Function Development & Calibration Execution  Lead BEV function development from concept through series production, including:   Definition of functional and system requirements, boundary conditions, and interfaces  Development of control strategies for torque delivery, regenerative braking, pedal mapping, drivability, and fault handling  Oversee BEV calibration activities across inverter and drive system domains, including torque coordination, efficiency optimization, thermal robustness, diagnostics behavior, and customer‑perceived drivability  Guide teams through test case development, validation planning, and execution across SiL, HiL, testbench, and vehicle testing environments  Ensure function and calibration maturity meets performance, quality, safety, and robustness targets  Systems Integration & Cross‑Functional Collaboration  Ensure seamless integration of BEV propulsion and motion control functions with chassis, vehicle dynamics, braking, thermal systems, E/E architecture, and validation teams  Collaborate closely with systems engineering to ensure alignment with vehicle‑level requirements and architectures  Drive issue resolution, technical trade‑off decisions, and risk mitigation to maintain timing, quality, and performance targets  Supplier & Program Management  Work closely with suppliers to align on software functionality, calibration content, technical feasibility, and release readiness  Track development progress, manage risks, and support readiness for prototype, pre‑series, and production builds  Ensure supplier deliverables meet Scout development, quality, and manufacturing standards  Strategic Planning & Program Execution  Contribute to BEV function and calibration roadmaps, maturity plans, and continuous improvement initiatives  Own development plans, technical milestones, and release readiness for assigned BEV domains  Support technical design reviews, program governance, and cross‑functional decision forums  Location & Travel Expectations: This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC or 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. Travel: Domestic and international travel required, approximately 20% 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 Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field  10+ years of experience in BEV propulsion systems, motion control, function development, or calibra