Sr Manager OBD core functions and requirements

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.  Your engineering ingenuity, wonder & magic in defining the OBD system architecture will be instrumental in shaping the perception of Scout as a brand, as well as gaining peer admiration in the automotive industry.  Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Lead and grow the OBD Systems & Diagnostics team, including OBD system engineers, requirements engineers, integration engineers, and diagnostic specialists   Define and own the overall OBD strategy and system architecture for Scout’s software-defined vehicle platform across BEV and EREV applications   Establish a clear and scalable diagnostic concept, including monitor strategies, readiness behavior, MIL logic, diagnostic communication (UDS), and external service tool interaction   Drive the creation and alignment of OBD requirements across domains, ensuring consistency, completeness, and traceability from system definition through validation and release   Coordinate and align cross-functional stakeholders including systems engineering, software development, controls, HIL/vehicle validation, calibration, safety, cybersecurity, and aftersales/service teams   Define and manage development roadmaps, deliverables, and milestones for OBD system implementation, ensuring readiness for prototype, validation, and production releases   Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and diagnostic standards, while enabling scalability for future software and platform updates (including OTA capabilities)   Oversee the integration of OBD functionality within the SDV architecture, including central compute, domain controllers, diagnostic gateways, and communication networks   Drive technical decision-making and trade-offs related to diagnostics architecture, system design, and implementation strategies   Establish best practices for requirements engineering, system modeling, validation strategies, and defect management within the diagnostics domain   Monitor key performance indicators such as diagnostic coverage, readiness performance, defect quality, and release stability, and drive continuous improvement   Support issue resolution and escalation management by guiding root-cause analysis and ensuring cross-functional closure of critical diagnostic issues   Coach and develop team members, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and career development support   Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, collaboration, and speed, aligned with Scout Motors’ entrepreneurial spirit   Partner with leadership and architecture teams to ensure the OBD system is future-proof, scalable, and aligned with evolving SDV capabilities and business needs   Be involved in other related tasks / activities as required  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: Relevant degree such as a bachelors or masters degree in Engineering, Technology, IT Systems, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university, preferably in electrical engineering, automotive engi