scoutmotors
Senior Engineer, Thermal System
At a Glance
- Location
- Novi, Michigan, United States
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Compensation
- . Initial base salary range = $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 Internal leveling code: IC8 N
- Posted
- 2026-03-17T13:54:03-04:00
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Automotive
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
Requirements
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, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.
6+ years of experience in automotive thermal systems or closely related hardware.
Deep understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, coolant systems, refrigerant circuits, and thermal system integration.
Expertise with OEM CAD and PLM systems and experience leading engineering releases through full vehicle development cycles.
Compensation & Benefits
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 = $120,000.00 - $145,000.00
Internal leveling code: IC8
Notice to applicants:
To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
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Responsibilities
The Senior Thermal Systems Design Release Engineer (DRE) serves as the technical leader and end to end owner of advanced thermal management components and subsystems across multiple vehicle programs. This role is responsible for leading the design, development, validation, release, and lifecycle support of complex thermal hardware including cooling modules, HVAC systems, refrigerant circuits, battery thermal systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and related fluid handling components.
The senior DRE ensures that all thermal subsystems meet or exceed OEM performance, durability, cost, quality, manufacturing, and timing targets from program initiation through Job 1 and into post launch operations. This role requires deep technical capability, cross functional leadership, supplier management expertise, and the ability to resolve complex system level issues.
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: