Equipment Safety Engineer

What you’ll do 

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

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Scout’s Equipment Safety Program
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and maintenance, to implement and enforce safety protocols for equipment and machinery
• Utilize best practice risk assessment methodologies to ensure equipment and process engineering safety through design
• Partner with Production and Engineering teams on Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of incoming processes
• Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) safety functionality testing on newly installed or modified equipment
• Oversee change management on safety systems of existing equipment, processes, and facilities
• Support and lead root cause analysis activities related to incident investigation and learning teams
• Develop and deliver training programs for employees on equipment safety procedures
• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS Management System elements
• Ensure compliance with industry safety standards; local, state and federal regulations; and company safety policies and procedures
• Maintain detailed records of equipment safety assessments, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on safety performance and improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager, EHS

Location & Travel Expectations: the responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. The role will initially be based out of a Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC. Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time. 

What you’ll bring

We expect all Scouts 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, Industrial Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g. CSP) preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment development and/or commissioning support role. Experience in automotive manufacturing is preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with mechanical, electrical, automation, and control system design
• Extensive experience working with OSHA, ISO, ANSI, RIA, NFPA, UL and other regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility to lease up to 2 vehicles at competitive rates

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. 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: $120,000 - $140,000

Internal leveling code: IC8