Quality Engineer, Total Vehicle

The role

The Quality Engineer, Total Vehicle will analyze full vehicle and BIW measurement data to evaluate body fit and dimensional stability. This person will lead root cause investigations, support manufacturing launch readiness, and drive continuous improvement for vehicle quality.

What you will do

• Analyze full vehicle and BIW measurement data to evaluate body fit, gap and flush, and dimensional stability.
• Lead root cause investigations for body dimensional variation using GD&T principles, CAD comparison, and plant measurement data.
• Work with metrology teams to optimize datum strategy, measurement points, and body location systems.
• Ensure proper integration of closures, glass, trim, and exterior systems to BIW structure.
• Analyze and drive resolution of gap & flush concerns across build phases.
• Develop and track dimensional quality KPIs.
• Partner with supplier quality, body shop, and final assembly teams.
• Support body shop launch readiness through analysis during VFF through SOP.
• Identify deviations, defects, or process variation in production or final assembly.
• Lead cross-functional meetings on issue resolution.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in BIW dimensional analysis, body joining, or vehicle launch engineering.
• Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and root cause analysis of dimensional variation.
• Familiarity with weld and adhesive joint designs and body assembly processes.
• Experience with metrology systems (CMM, laser scan, optical measurement systems) and data interpretation tools (Pi Web).
• Strong knowledge of automotive industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Excellent understanding of complete vehicle production processes.
• Proven ability to manage and lead teams effectively.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software (e.g., FMEA, Six Sigma, Minitab).
• Data-Driven Mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with great flexibility.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics or related field preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO
• 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 bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Before you apply

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

About the company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks. The company empowers inclusive and entrepreneurial teams to innovate and shape the future of transportation.