Senior Specialist, Safety Chemist

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

The Senior Specialist Safety Chemist serves as Scout Motors technical authority for chemical hazard and risk assessment. This role assures informed decisions regarding the approval restriction substitution and lifecycle management of chemicals within Scout Motors operations.

Reporting to the Director Sustainability & Stewardship this role evaluates chemical hazards constituent risks toxicological data exposure scenarios and regulatory considerations associated with chemicals used in product development manufacturing testing service operations maintenance activities and facilities. Working closely with Engineering Manufacturing EHS Procurement Supplier Quality Legal and external suppliers the Senior Specialist Safety Chemist provides technical recommendations to support the safe and responsible introduction and use of chemicals with Scout Motors operations.

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

Chemical Evaluation Approval & Risk Management

• Lead technical evaluations of chemicals proposed for use in manufacturing testing maintenance service facilities and other operations.
• Review chemical composition Safety Data Sheets hazard classifications toxicological data exposure scenarios environmental impacts and applicable requirements.
• Conduct constituent-level assessments of PFAS carcinogens mutagens reproductive toxicants endocrine disruptors and other substances of concern.
• Assess intended use exposure pathways and potential workplace environmental product and regulatory risks throughout the chemical lifecycle.
• Recommend approval conditional approval restriction substitution or rejection based on chemical hazards intended use exposure potential and applicable requirements.
• Partner with relevant business functions and suppliers to establish appropriate controls before chemical introduction.
• Support investigations involving chemical exposures spills releases process changes and chemical-related nonconformances.

Product Stewardship & Regulatory Risk

• Evaluate restricted substances and emerging chemical health environmental and regulatory risks.
• Partner with Material & Chemical Compliance to assess the implications of TSCA PFAS restrictions California Proposition 65 and other chemical regulations.
• Provide scientific and technical input into regulatory impact assessments and substance risk-reduction initiatives

SDS & Hazard Communication

• Review develop maintain and where required author Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support development and maintenance of Globally Harmonized System (GHS) compliant labeling and hazard communication documentation.
• Maintain expertise in OSHA Hazard Communication requirements GHS classification principles and chemical documentation requirements.
• Communicate chemical hazard information and provide related guidance or training to employees suppliers contractors and other stakeholders.

Data Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain high-quality chemical safety records risk assessments technical evaluations approvals and supporting documentation.
• Support implementation maintenance and continuous improvement of chemical management systems and digital tools.
• Develop metrics dashboards and reports related to chemical evaluations approvals hazard assessments and chemical safety performance.
• Develop and maintain procedures standards guidance documents and training materials related to chemical safety management.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency effectiveness consistency and data quality across chemical safety processes.

Location & Travel Expectations :

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte NC .
• 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.
• Travel : Frequent business travel (domestic) to other Scout locations will be required. Valid drivers license required.

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:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Toxicology Chemical Engineering Environmental Science Product Stewardship Occupational Health or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree and/or professional certifications preferred
• 8 years of experience in chemical safety product stewardship toxicology regulatory chemistry chemical compliance or a related technical field
• Demonstrated experience conducting chemical hazard assessments and chemical risk evaluations; experience supporting automotive battery manufacturing chemical industrial or product development environments preferred
• Strong understanding of chemical hazard classification GHS principles hazard communication requirements and toxicological evaluation
• Experience reviewing developing maintaining or authoring Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Experience evaluating chemical constituents and substances of concern
• Working knowledge of TSCA PFAS regulations California Proposition 65 OSHA Hazard Communication REACH and related chemical regulatory frameworks
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate complex scientific and regulatory information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to a variety of audiences
• Experience working cross-functionally with manufacturing engineering procurement supplier quality legal and EHS organizations

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 $110000.00 - 150000.00

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 in Los 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 in New 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 pregnancy or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all ap p licable fair employment p ractice 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

Required Experience:

Senior IC