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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Energy System Technical Office Engineer - **Company:** Scout Motors - **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Communications Protocols, Comsol Multiphysics, SolidWorks (CAD), Hardware Interface Design, Ansys - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/specialist-toe-energy-system-scout-motors-8062746 ## About the Role We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: * Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Thermal Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field. (Master's preferred). * 4+ years of experience preferably in the automotive industry. * Knowledge of high voltage battery systems, power electronics, thermal systems, mechanical, electrical and vehicle systems. * Experience with vehicle control systems and diagnostics and communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and hardware interfaces a plus. * Proficiency with vehicle data collection tools and diagnostics * Competence in thermal analysis software (e.g., ANSYS, Fluent, COMSOL) and CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) a plus. * Familiarity with battery electric vehicle high voltage and low voltage mechanizations. * Ability to read, interpret and generate engineering drawings and specifications. * Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment. * Ability to be self-sufficient with minimal direction to meet customer deliverables. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders ## Description As a member of the Technical Office Engineering (TOE), you will contribute within the production environment to the manufacturing and testing of the first vehicles featuring the pioneering Scout design and functionalities. Additionally, you will play a decisive role in transferring the lessons learned to product optimization activities and the later pre-series and series production line. In your role, you will report to the Manager of the Engineering Office. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: * The Energy System Technical Office Engineer serves as the on-site technical liaison between Energy System Product Engineering and Manufacturing. Acting as the central point of coordination for Energy System activities at the Columbia/Blythewood facility. The Energy system includes: high voltage battery, on board charger, DC/DC converter, thermal management systems, HVAC. * Determine root cause and develop resolution plans for Energy System, Production Center issues and manage the implementation of both short-term containment and long-term corrective actions. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including: the Energy System product engineering team in Novi, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, software engineers and production engineering. * Work closely with the Energy System product engineering team to gain knowledge of the Energy System design and function. * Capture lessons learned and provide feedback for continuous improvement pertaining to the vehicle Energy System. * Support new product launches, pre-production builds, and validation activities, including troubleshooting and providing technical guidance to technicians and test engineers. Location & Travel Expectations: * This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina * 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 company from time to time. ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [XR Demystified: Separating Facts from Fiction in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1117-xr-demystified-separating-facts-from-fiction-in-2024) - [Cloud Vendor Lock-In - Is it just a new version of the Database Abstraction Layers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1185-cloud-vendor-lock-in-is-it-just-a-new-version-of-the-database-abstraction-layers) - [Google Gemma and Open Source AI Models - Clement Farabet](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1354-google-gemma-and-open-source-ai-models-clement-farabet) - [Colorful quantum randomness](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100257-colorful-quantum-randomness) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager)