R&D Auto Technician (Electrical/Electronic Systems)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

  What you’ll do  

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pickup truck and rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: 

• Support Technical Center Workshop activities related to vehicle build, rework, and validation with a focus on Electrical and Electronic (E/E) systems . 
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex vehicle electronic systems, including wiring harnesses, sensors, control modules, and networked systems. 
• Perform hands-on wiring harness work, including soldering, splicing, crimping, depinning/pinning, and connector repair or replacement. 
• Repair or replace damaged wiring, connectors, ignition systems, electronic components, and control modules as required. 
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment, including OEM scan tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and breakout tools, to troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and communication issues. 
• Diagnose and resolve sensor failures, module faults, and vehicle network communication issues across CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and related systems. 
• Support vehicle software commissioning by flashing, programming, configuring, and updating electronic control units (ECUs) using OEM diagnostic and programming tools. 
• Perform sensor calibration and system commissioning, including ADAS-related systems where applicable. 
• Perform initial vehicle diagnostics and root cause analysis for reported E/E issues and document findings in appropriate systems. 
• Support installation and removal of vehicle measurement, diagnostic, and data acquisition equipment as required. 
• Perform short functional or validation drives to verify repairs, software updates, and system performance. 
• Read, interpret, and follow electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, service procedures, hardware or software retrofit documentation. 
• Maintain accurate vehicle records by documenting diagnostics, wiring repairs, software updates, and rework actions in designated documentation tools. 
• Support training and onboarding of new team members on electrical troubleshooting, wiring repair techniques, and documentation processes as needed. 
• Participate in daily workshop team meetings and maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment. 
• Collaborate closely with engineering, validation, and test teams to support development, build readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Location & Travel Expectations  

The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at in-person meetings and hands-on workshop activities. The role will be based at a Scout Motors Production Technical Center location in Blythewood, South Carolina . Occasional travel may be required to support vehicle builds, testing activities, or company events. 

  What you’ll bring  

We expect all Scouts to demonstrate integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and a positive, growth-oriented mindset. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and collaborating across teams to achieve shared goals. In addition, you’ll bring: 

• 5+ 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 for functional verification and testing. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.