Specialist, Engineering Parts Handling Sr. Expert

At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal – where what you design gets built, driven, and remembered. If you're hungry to engineer something that matters, Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear. 

Role Overview 

The Engineering Parts Handling Expert is responsible for the global coordination, tracking, and availability of engineering and spare parts across all required locations worldwide. This role manages a complex portfolio of 4,000+ part numbers and acts as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all engineering parts handling within Scout Motors, ensuring parts readiness to support prototype builds, validation activities, and fleet operations.

What you’ll do

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

Global Parts Availability & Distribution 

• Ensure availability of engineering spare parts across all global locations (build sites, test locations, proving grounds) 
• Define and manage distribution strategies to position parts proactively based on program and test needs 
• Monitor demand vs. supply and take proactive actions to avoid shortages 

Parts Portfolio Ownership (4,000+ Part Numbers) 

• Own and manage a large engineering parts portfolio (>4,000 active part numbers) 
• Maintain full visibility of part status including revisions, maturity, and availability 
• Ensure traceability and correct allocation of parts across programs and locations 

Inventory & Stock Management 

• Define and maintain optimal stock levels for engineering spare parts globally 
• Oversee inventory accuracy across all storage locations (warehouses, build shops, remote sites) 
• Implement structured inventory processes tailored to prototype and low-volume environments 

Material Flow & Logistics Coordination 

• Coordinate global movement of engineering parts between suppliers, warehouses, and usage locations 
• Manage urgent shipments to support build events, testing, and issue resolution 
• Work closely with logistics partners to ensure reliable and timely delivery worldwide 

Build & Test Support 

• Ensure parts readiness for prototype builds, fleet operations, and validation campaigns 
• Rapidly resolve part shortages, incorrect deliveries, or quality issues 
• Support critical test activities by ensuring spare parts availability on-site 

Systems & Data Management 

• Maintain and continuously improve part tracking systems (ERP/PLM/inventory tools) 
• Ensure accurate data for part numbers, revisions, usage, and stock levels 
• Provide transparent reporting on part availability, shortages, and risks 

Single Point of Contact (SPOC) 

• Act as the central interface for all engineering parts handling topics across Scout Motors 
• Support Engineering, V&V, Prototype Builds, Fleet Operations, and Procurement teams 
• Drive alignment, prioritization, and issue resolution across functions 

Process Ownership & Improvement 

• Establish scalable processes for engineering parts handling in a prototype/pre-series environment 
• Standardize workflows for global parts distribution and inventory control 
• Capture lessons learned and implement continuous improvements toward production readiness. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• 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.

What you’ll bring 

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: 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field 
• 5+ years of experience in engineering parts handling, prototype logistics, or material management 
• Proven experience managing large part volumes (multi-thousand part numbers) 
• Experience in global parts distribution and logistics coordination 
• Strong understanding of automotive development processes (prototype, validation, pre-series) 

Preferred 

• Experience with ERP / PLM systems (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter, Windchill) 
• Experience in EV or advanced vehicle programs 
• Background in prototype builds or V&V environments 

Key Competencies 

• Strong ownership mindset with end-to-end accountability 
• Ability to manage complexity and high part volume with precision 
• Proactive, solution-oriented problem solving under time pressure 
• Excellent cross-functional coordination and communication skills 
• High attention to detail, especially in tracking and data accuracy 
• Pragmatic, hands-on approach with “get it done” mentality 

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9