Design Engineer, Electrical

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assess project requirements and technical challenges; provide estimates and updates on all assigned tasks to Project Management and supervisor; conduct risk assessments
• Create low voltage electrical harnesses for SAE J1939 CAN communication and discrete communication
• Properly size wires and cables based on system load and requirements
• Create 3D models for components and sub-systems using Catia v6 CAD software
• Ensure all designs meet all applicable FMVSS, school bus, company or supplier technical requirements
• Define or assist in definition of electrical system and component specifications
• Produce component/system drawings and specifications that achieve safety, quality, timing, and cost targets; define bill of material requirements; define and maintain feature requirements or constraints; establish design and installation specifications
• Trouble shoot CAN network communication
• Program using Simulink software.
• Validate and approve new product designs in coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure they are safe, robust, and efficient
• Interact as necessary with system and component suppliers
• Communicate with internal teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales
• Ability to manage multiple projects and strive for on-time completion of all assigned tasks and deliverables
• Provide design support to cross functional team to during development, procurement, launch, and support phases of projects.

 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• Individual must be technically minded, and able to manage projects and assigned objectives to completion
• Minimum 5 years product design experience in a relevant automotive, truck, bus or other on-highway vehicle company
• Experience with computer-aided design/modelling software (CATIA V6 or equivalent)
• Experience with engineering design, quality, and problem-solving disciplines such as DFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, 8D, GD&T, etc.
• Familiarity with Matlab and Simulink Software
• Experience with any of these areas of electrical integration:
  • Electric Vehicles
  • CAN communication / J1939 data links / Multiplexing / Vehicle Electronic Programming Stations (VEPS)
  • Automotive displays (LCD, Touchscreen, etc.)
  • Collision Avoidance Systems
  • Automotive Feature Integration
  • Automotive Wiring /Harnesses
• Must possess strong technical expertise, ability to manage people and projects to completion.
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication, and time management skills
• Strong desire to make a difference and ensure the safety of the drivers and children who ride on our buses every day

 WORK CONDITIONS:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Office environment
• Frequent computer and telephone use
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day either in formal meetings or informally
• Occasional periods of work in manufacturing environment, especially during product testing, launch, or when problem solving
• Travel: 0-10%

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

 EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.