Lead, Engineering Fleet Operations

Fleet Operations Execution

• Own daily operations of the engineering fleet across all locations with full accountability for performance and readiness
• Maintain real-time visibility of vehicle status (location, configuration, readiness, compliance)
• Ensure fleet availability aligns with engineering, test, and validation timelines
• Diagnose and resolve complex operational issues independently, balancing competing priorities
• Serve as the primary escalation point and trusted expert for fleet-related matters

Vehicle Receiving & Handover

• Lead vehicle intake and release processes for prototype, pre-series, and external vehicles
• Define and enforce standardized check-in/check-out procedures, including condition documentation
• Ensure vehicles meet configuration, documentation, and readiness requirements prior to handover
• Carefully coordinate and optimize internal handovers between engineering, validation, test, and events teams

Benchmark Vehicle Management

• Own the lifecycle management of benchmark and competitor vehicles
• Coordinate acquisition, registration, compliance, and tracking
• Prioritize and allocate fleet usage to maximize engineering value and insights
• Ensure proper storage, maintenance, and documentation standards are met
• Monitor utilization trends and recommend improvements to optimize fleet effectiveness

Logistics & Vehicle Movement

• Strategically plan and execute domestic and international vehicle transportation
• Oversee logistics providers across road, ocean, and air freight channels
• Manage time-critical and high-priority shipments supporting engineering milestones and test campaigns
• Optimize transport routes, cost, and timing while mitigating operational risks

Import / Export & Compliance

• Own end-to-end import/export processes for all engineering vehicles
• Apply expert knowledge to prepare and manage complex customs documentation (e.g., carnets, temporary imports, exemptions)
• Ensure full regulatory compliance across regions and proactively address changing requirements
• Partner with customs brokers, legal, and compliance teams to resolve escalations quickly and effectively

Documentation & Tracking

• Maintain accurate records of vehicle status, movement, and ownership
• Track VINs, prototype IDs, and regulatory status
• Ensure all vehicles have proper documentation (insurance, permits, test approvals)

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, V&V, Prototype Builds, Logistics, and Procurement
• Interface with external proving grounds, test agencies, and transport partners
• Support test campaigns (e.g., winter testing, ride & drive events)

Location & Travel Expectations

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC or 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.