Specialist, Process Engineer - Paint

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• As a Process Engineer for Prep and Bicolor at Scout Motors, you will design, implement, and enhance Bicolor processes, addressing any equipment and process challenges that arise. You will ensure overall quality (process and material) by setting and following detailed process standards. This role involves optimizing Quality, consumptions and workflow within the bicolor booth and coordinating with various departments to address any factors affecting paint shop operations. Lead specific projects or functional areas as needed to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance personnel to scope, order, and implement new processes and equipment.
• Develop processing standards for new product launches.
• Act as a technical resource for the paint department, offering guidance to technicians and work teams, and lead cross-functional paint process improvement projects with operations, maintenance, and controls teams.
• Serve as a critical liaison between the paint department and other process partners such as Product Design, Assembly, Maintenance, Safety, and Quality.
• Creating and improving work instructions and workflow designs to improve manufacturing operations.
• Oversee the development, assembly, or procurement of new tooling and modifications to existing fixtures to ensure efficient production methods.
• Conduct hands-on training for manufacturing employees on products, processes, equipment, and tooling, and lead company safety programs including inspections, training, and documentation.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina, United States.
• 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. We expect the Process Engineer Prep and Bicolor to bring a unique set of qualifications and experience to excel in this role. Key qualifications include:

• Ensure compliance with Safety, health, and environmental regulations in Paint processes.
• Follow, monitor, set and analyze Body preparation and Bicolor production processes to maintain Quality excellence and performance.
• Act as the primary point of contact and reference for bicolor paint suppliers
• Perform process audits and evaluations.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop solutions to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Support Maintenance for root cause analysis and troubleshoot process issues, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other data analysis techniques to monitor, control process variables, and anticipate related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Maintenance, and Quality, to implement process improvements and resolve issues.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Paint Process Engineer in an automotive production plant.
• Strong knowledge of Paint processes, including but not limited to, manufacturing and quality control.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Project management skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on driving operational excellence.
• Experience with process simulation software and familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software is a plus.
• Experience in Plastic automotive industry is a plus.
• Experience in Part preparation such as Masking and Flaming operations is a plus.
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

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:

• 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 candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $100,000.00 - $125,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9