Senior Brake System Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Engineer brake system components and subsystems including calipers, rotors, hoses, lines, and actuation systems
• Support development, NVH, and validation to meet performance, durability, and safety targets
• Lead validation activities at supplier and OEM levels including component, subsystem, and vehicle testing
• Define and execute DVP&R plans aligned with program requirements
• Interface with suppliers to define test requirements and review validation plans
• Develop detailed test plans for bench, dynamometer, environmental, and vehicle-level testing
• Analyze test data to identify root causes and drive corrective actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including vehicle dynamics, controls, manufacturing, and quality
• Support prototype builds and serial production readiness

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Engineering Technology
• 8+ years of experience in brake system development, validation, or testing within an OEM or Tier-1 environment
• Strong understanding of brake systems and component-level behavior
• Experience with validation planning (DVP&R), NVH testing, and data acquisition
• Proven ability to manage validation activities and project milestones
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SUV or truck platforms

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO plus 40 hours unplanned PTO
• 14 company or floating holidays annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting, or military leave

About the Company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand focused on electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks through American innovation.