Design Release Engineer, Thermal Systems

The Thermal Systems Design Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for the design, development, validation, and release of thermal management components and subsystems for vehicle programs. This includes cooling modules, HVAC systems, refrigerant circuits, battery thermal systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, lines, and related hardware. The DRE ensures that all components meet OEM performance, durability, cost, quality, manufacturing, and timing requirements from program kickoff through Job 1 and lifecycle support.

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

• Serve as the engineering owner (“single point of responsibility”) 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.

• 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.

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 applicable fair employment practice 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 ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.