R&D Technican (Electrical/Electronic) – Technical Center Workshop

Support the upkeep and repair of automated equipment, including PLCs and robotics, by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and software issues to ensure smooth operation and reduce downtime.

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & 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, and 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. 

• 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.