Apply on Employer Site

Scout Motors Inc. · 1 day ago

Lead, Home Charging Hardware & Energy

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Scout Motors is dedicated to reviving an iconic American vehicle brand while innovating in the electric vehicle space. The Lead for Home Charging Hardware & Energy will define the strategy and commercial roadmap for home charging solutions, collaborating with various teams to ensure successful product launches and market readiness.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleIndustrialManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead Scout’s Home Charging Hardware Portfolio by defining the strategy, commercial roadmap, and partner ecosystem for home charging and residential energy hardware, including wall-mounted EVSE units, portable charging cables, NACS-to-CCS adapters, V2L adapters, and future bidirectional V2H/V2G systems

Collaborate with key stakeholders on product selection and technical evaluation of potential EVSE and energy hardware partners, assessing form factor, cost, reliability, safety, certification readiness, interoperability, and integration with Scout vehicles

Build the business case and go-to-market strategy for Scout’s home charging and residential energy offerings, including hardware pricing models, and bundled accessory programs

Collaborate with the Scout Accessories Team to align product design, packaging, and branding of home charging hardware within Scout’s broader retail and vehicle accessory ecosystem

Partner with the Vehicle Energy Management, Engineering, and the Rivian VW Tech joint venture to ensure hardware readiness, performance testing, and compliance with ISO 15118, SAE J3400, UL, and other relevant standards

Work with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to lead RFIs, RFQs, contract negotiations, and onboarding processes for new home charging and energy partners

Define the commercial and operational structure for Scout’s future home energy and V2H offerings, including installation enablement, hardware warranty processes, and certification alignment

Evaluate market trends and competitor offerings to identify differentiation opportunities in hardware performance, pricing, and customer experience

Coordinate with Scout’s Commercial Operations team to forecast demand, manage vendor supply pipelines, and plan future product introductions and lifecycle updates

Develop and maintain relationships with charging hardware manufacturers, component suppliers, and installation networks, ensuring Scout’s portfolio reflects best-in-class safety, quality, and interoperability

Serve as Scout’s subject matter expert for residential EVSE and home energy systems, advising leadership on commercial viability, certification readiness, and technology maturity

Establish KPIs and product performance metrics to track hardware reliability, attach rate, customer satisfaction, and sales contribution across Scout’s retail and vehicle channels

Support alignment with digital and connected vehicle teams where applicable to ensure hardware interfaces seamlessly with vehicle charging logic

Represent Scout in supplier reviews, trade events, and industry forums related to home charging, energy storage, and bidirectional charging technologies

Ensure operational excellence in the execution of hardware programs by overseeing validation, vendor performance management, and readiness for vehicle launch milestones

Qualification

EV charging hardwareHome energy systemsProduct managementCommercial operationsEVSE standardsRFIRFQ processesProject managementAnalytical skillsCross-functional collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, sustainability, or a related field (MBA preferred)

10+ years of experience in EV charging hardware, home energy systems, or related product management and commercial operations roles, preferably within an automotive OEM or charging hardware supplier

Proven success in evaluating, launching, and scaling EVSE or residential energy hardware programs

Deep understanding of EVSE standards and interoperability including ISO 15118, SAE J1772, SAE J3400 (NACS), OCPP, UL, and NEC requirements

Strong commercial acumen to develop pricing, bundling, and retail go-to-market strategies for hardware solutions

Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional relationships with engineering, purchasing, accessories, and energy system teams

Hands-on experience leading RFI and RFQ processes, partner evaluations, and supplier negotiations

Excellent analytical and technical assessment skills, able to interpret product specifications, test results, and certification documents to inform selection

A customer-centric mindset ensuring that all hardware products deliver safety, reliability, and seamless ownership experiences

Strong organizational and project management skills using tools such as JIRA or Confluence

Clear communication and influencing skills to align internal and external stakeholders on product direction and commercial priorities

A proactive builder mentality with the ability to identify emerging trends and convert them into executable strategies for Scout's home energy future

Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans

401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting

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

Company

Scout Motors Inc.

Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Founded in 2022

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.scoutmotors.com

H1B Sponsorship

Scout Motors Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (8)

2024 (9)