R&D Technican (Electrical/Electronic) – Technical Center Workshop

The role

This person will support Technical Center Workshop activities related to vehicle build, rework, and validation with a focus on Electrical and Electronic systems. They will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex vehicle electronic systems and wiring harnesses.

What you will do

• Support Technical Center Workshop activities related to vehicle build, rework, and validation
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex vehicle electronic systems
• Perform hands-on wiring harness work including soldering, splicing, crimping, depinning/pinning, and connector repair
• Repair or replace damaged wiring, connectors, ignition systems, electronic components, and control modules
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment including OEM scan tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and breakout tools
• Diagnose and resolve sensor failures, module faults, and vehicle network communication issues
• Support vehicle software commissioning by flashing, programming, configuring, and updating ECUs
• Perform sensor calibration and system commissioning
• Perform initial vehicle diagnostics and root cause analysis and document findings
• Support installation and removal of vehicle measurement, diagnostic, and data acquisition equipment

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of professional automotive experience with a strong focus on electrical and electronic systems
• Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing vehicle wiring harnesses, connectors, sensors, and electronic control modules
• Proven ability performing soldering, splicing, crimping, pinning, and harness rework
• Experience using advanced diagnostic tools, including scan tools, multimeters, and oscilloscopes
• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, electrical diagrams, and vehicle network documentation
• Familiarity with vehicle communication networks such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
• Experience commissioning vehicle software and calibrating sensors or electronic systems
• Experience working in a workshop, prototype, pre-series, or manufacturing environment
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate vehicles

Nice to have

• Technical Certification or Associate's Degree
• Certificate in Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field
• OEM or industry electrical diagnostic training or certification
• Experience with ADAS systems, sensor calibration, and electronic system commissioning
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production facility
• Familiarity with vehicle integration software and data collection tools
• Experience working with Hybrid/Electric (EV) vehicles and HV systems

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Planned and unplanned PTO
• Company holidays
• 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

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 carrying forward the heritage of an iconic American vehicle brand by electrifying and digitizing it. The company aims to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck and rugged SUV marketplace.