Thermal System DRE

Responsibilities

• Serve as the engineering owner for assigned thermal hardware within an OEM vehicle platform
• Translate program-level vehicle thermal targets into component specifications and technical requirements
• Maintain system compatibility with vehicle-level architecture, controls, electrical interfaces, and packaging constraints
• Create and maintain CAD models, 2D drawings, specifications, and engineering documents in the PLM system
• Drive part number creation, BOM updates, and engineering releases through all OEM gateway milestones
• Lead design reviews with cross-functional OEM engineering teams
• Act as the primary technical lead for supplier interactions, communicating requirements and performance expectations
• Review and approve supplier DFMEAs, DV plans, drawings, and material selections
• Support sourcing activities with Purchasing and track tooling, PPAP, and launch readiness
• Develop and execute DVP&R for thermal components
• Support prototype, mule, VFF, and production build phases at facilities
• Resolve issues identified during thermal testing, weather trips, and wind tunnel evaluations
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure designs meet plant requirements
• Support PFMEA, control plan reviews, and PPAP documentation
• Address launch issues such as leaks, NVH, restricted flow, and supplier non-conformances

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
• 4 years of experience in automotive thermal systems
• Strong understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermal system behavior
• Proficiency with OEM CAD and PLM systems
• Ability to lead component design in a complex OEM environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EV thermal architectures and advanced cooling systems
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, and DVP&R
• Knowledge of heat exchanger, pump, valve, and hose manufacturing processes
• Strong supplier management and launch experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company/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.