Specialist, Paint Shop Materials and Manufacturing Engineer Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Scout Motors Forum; South Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Specialist to revolutionize the electric vehicle market. This role focuses on enhancing Paint Shop processes while ensuring quality and safety standards. Join a collaborative team dedicated to creating cutting-edge vehicles that honor a rich legacy. With a commitment to employee well-being, you'll enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future. If you're ready to drive change and make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Paid leave for jury duty and military service

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive production with Paint Shop processes.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop planning concepts and design specifications for the Paint-Shop department.
• Coordinate and optimize Paint Shop materials and processes.

Skills

Automotive Production

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's Degree in Materials Engineering

Job description

Specialist, Paint Shop Materials and Manufacturing Engineer

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history, dating back to 1960. This vehicle forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so again.

Scout is more than just a brand; it’s a legacy rooted in exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand embodies respect—for the environment through electric vehicles capable of reaching any destination; for the past and future by electrifying, digitizing, and innovating on an iconic American brand; for communities by fostering a company that values its people and customers; and for both work and play with vehicles suitable for campsites, job sites, or daily commutes.

At Scout Motors, we empower talented, inclusive, entrepreneurial teams to innovate. Our employees are visionaries and leaders seeking new paths and sharing lessons learned; knowledgeable doers collaborating to build better; and passionate go-getters.

Join us at Scout Motors and help shape the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand revolutionizing the electric pickup truck and rugged SUV market by:

1. Developing, creating, and implementing planning concepts and projects, including design specifications for the Paint-Shop department, ensuring measures and techniques are developed considering economic standards.
2. Coordinating, planning, and optimizing Paint Shop materials and processes across different sequences, considering quality, costs, process reliability, recycling, and disposal.
3. Creating production plans for all work sequences, ensuring measures are followed, and coordinating technical contractors.
4. Maintaining an ergonomic, safety, and environmentally friendly work environment in the Paint Shop.
5. Approving technical specifications for production equipment and clarifying process and quality requirements with contractors and suppliers.
6. Creating specifications, schedules, and investment plans aligned with economic standards.
7. Preparing comparative analyses and purchase orders.
8. Managing pre-series and production ramp-up to series operation.
9. Processing planning orders, improvement proposals, and change requests with ongoing revisions.
10. Coordinating with R&D and operators to implement product design suggestions and optimize processes.
11. Performing additional tasks as required, in collaboration with supervisors and departments, adhering to standards and regulations.
12. Steering and coordinating external personnel and service providers.

Location & Travel Expectations: The role requires in-person attendance at Scout Motors in Columbia, SC, and occasional travel for events or meetings.

What you’ll bring

We seek candidates with integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, a positive attitude, and a growth mindset. Adaptability in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and collaborative spirit are essential. Additionally, you should have:

• 5+ years of experience in automotive production, especially with Paint Shop processes and materials.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemical, materials engineering, or related fields.
• Experience leading contractors in paint shop environments, from lab and trial phases to implementation and acceptance.
• Ability to unify diverse teams toward common technical goals.
• Strong project management skills and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

What you'll gain

Joining Scout offers the chance to build innovative products and a company from the ground up, supported by competitive compensation and benefits focused on your well-being. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive insurance plans (medical, dental, vision, income protection).
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Generous paid time off, including 20 days of PTO, 40 hours of unplanned PTO, 14 holidays, up to 16 weeks parental leave, and paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting, or military service.

Pay Transparency

This full-time, exempt role offers a base salary ranging from $110,000 to $130,000, plus an annual performance bonus. Final salary depends on skills and experience.

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York City: specific fair chance employment considerations apply.

Scout is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. For accommodations during the application process, contact [e-mail].