Senior Electrical Engineer
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Job Description
Senior ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Job Category Operations
Location Riverside CA
Job Type Full Time Exempt
Company Overview:
Green Power Motor Company is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle industry dedicated to designing and manufacturing sustainable Commercial electric vehicles predominantly battery electric school buses. We are seeking a talented Senior Electrical Engineer with expertise in EV systems to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge electric vehicle technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Design and Development:
- Design and develop electrical systems for electric vehicles including high-voltage battery systems power electronics inverters chargers and motor control systems.
- Specify and select components for EV powertrains ensuring compatibility efficiency and compliance with performance requirements.
- Develop and optimize electrical architectures for vehicle platforms focusing on safety reliability and scalability.
- Battery Management Systems (BMS):
Indepth understanding and experience with BMS for lithium-ion battery packs ensuring optimal performance thermal management and safety.
- Knowledge of algorithms for state-of-charge (SOC) state-of-health (SOH) and fault detection.
- Integration and Testing:
- Lead integration of electrical systems into vehicle platforms collaborating with mechanical software and systems engineering teams.
- Conduct system-level testing validation and troubleshooting to ensure performance meets design specifications.
- Support vehicle-level testing including dyno testing thermal testing and on-road validation.
- Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure all electrical designs comply with industry standards ( J1939 ISO 26262 UL IEC) and regulatory requirements for EVs.
- Implement safety protocols for high-voltage systems including fault protection and emergency response mechanisms.
- Collaboration and Leadership:
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on EV electrical systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software firmware and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
- Work with suppliers and partners to evaluate and integrate third-party components.
- Innovation and Optimization:
- Drive continuous improvement in electrical system efficiency weight reduction and cost optimization.
- Stay updated on emerging EV technologies such as wireless charging vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems and next-generation power electronics.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Qualifications:
- Education:Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in electrical engineering with at least 3 years focused on electric vehicle systems or related automotive applications.
- Proven expertise in high-voltage systems power electronics and battery management systems for EVs.
- Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g. CAN LIN Ethernet).
- Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink PSpice) and harness or PCB design software (e.g. Altium Cadence).
- Skills:
- Troubleshooting EV Systems and components
- Strong understanding of EV powertrain components including motors inverters and DC-DC converters.
- Proficiency in designing and troubleshooting high-voltage systems (up to 800V or higher).
- Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262) and automotive quality standards.
- Excellent problem-solving analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
- Preferred:
- Experience with EV charging systems (e.g. CCS CHAdeMO NACS).
- Knowledge of thermal management systems for batteries and power electronics.
- Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware development for EV applications.
Physical Requirements:
Considerable physical activity with prolonged periods of sitting and computer work. May require handling of objects that can weigh up to 25 pounds.
Working Environment:
Work is normally performed in an office work environment.
Other environments may include:
- Warehouse
- Vehicles
- Outdoors
Equal Opportunity Employer:
GreenPower Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
