OBD System Sr Engineer

Scout Motors


Job Location:

Novi, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 130000 - 160000
Posted on: 20 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Here at Scout Motors were 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 its 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 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. 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 youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

AtScout Motors youdontjust 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 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. Ifyourehungry 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:

  • Take over responsibility for thesystem-level definition of the OBD architecturefor Scouts BEV and EREV vehicle platforms within a new software-defined vehicle environment
  • Define and maintain theoverall OBD system concept including monitor philosophy readiness logic fault reaction behavior diagnostic architecture and regulatory alignment
  • Translate regulatory vehicle-level and architectural needs intostructured and traceable OBD system requirements
  • Define the interaction of OBD functions withpowertrain controls thermal systems energy management vehicle operating modes and cross-domain software services
  • Establish consistent diagnostic behavior across domains ensuring alignment betweensystem architecture software implementation validation strategy and service requirements
  • Work closely withOBD requirements engineers software teams controls engineers validation engineers and system architectsto align interfaces and ensure complete implementation
  • Support the definition ofmonitor execution conditions diagnostic event handling DTC strategies and vehicle-state dependencies
  • Ensure consistent and scalable integration of OBD functions into the SDV architecture including support forcentralcomputeconcepts domain controllers and communication gateways
  • Drive requirements decomposition and allocation into software controls and validation deliverables while ensuring completeness consistency and testability
  • Review technical concepts interface definitions and implementation proposals to ensure robust and future-proof OBD behavior
  • Support validation strategy development by ensuring that system requirements are suitable forHIL SIL vehicle testing and release verification
  • Analyze system-level issues found during integration and testing identify requirements or architectural gaps and drive cross-functional resolution
  • Coordinate and contribute into the prototype and serial development stage in terms ofsoftware availability requirements maturity data analysis and technical reporting
  • Partner with concept and architecture teams to come up with solutions to engineering and functional challenges related to diagnostic systems in an SDV environment
  • Be involved in other related tasks / activities as required

Location & Travel Expectations:

  • This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location inNovi 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 companyfrom time to time.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees 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:

  • Relevantdegree such as abachelorsormastersdegree in Engineering Technology IT Systems Computer Science Mechatronics Controls or Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university preferably in electrical engineering automotive engineering or systems engineering
  • 8 years of experience in automotive systems engineering diagnostics powertrain controls or electrified propulsion development with strong exposure toOnboard Diagnostics (OBD)
  • Provenexperience defining and managingsystem-level OBD concepts including monitor strategies fault detection readiness behavior diagnostic architecture and compliance-relevant logic
  • Strongunderstanding ofOBDII regulations diagnostic system behavior monitor enable conditions DTC concepts MIL behavior and readiness requirements
  • Experienceworking in asoftware-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture including cross-domain interaction between centralized and distributed software functions
  • Abilityto defineclear structured and testable system requirementsand decompose them into domain-specific functional expectations
  • Hands-on experience with requirements and traceability tools such asJama DOORS orPolarion
  • FamiliaritywithUDS diagnostics diagnostic event handling DTC structures CAN/Ethernet communication and ECU interaction concepts
  • Experiencewith engineering and analysis tools such asMATLAB/SimulinkCANoe CANalyzerCANape and ETAS INCA
  • Abilityto read and understandsystem architectures software specifications Simulink flow diagrams and functional interface descriptions
  • Strongsystems thinking mindset with the ability to manage complexity across multiple functions interfaces and vehicle states
  • Stronginterpersonal skills including ownership self-motivation analytical problem solving structured communication and proven ability to work in a truly cross-functional and global environment
  • Motivatedengineer wanting to work at the cutting edge of electric vehicle technical design and define robust diagnostic systems for next-generation BEV and EREV platforms

What youll 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $130000.00 - $160000.00

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants:

  • To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Residing in San Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
  • Residing inLos Angeles:Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
  • Residing inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and 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 pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout Motors is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact


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Here at Scout Motors were 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 its a legacy steeped ...

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