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Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Costa Mesa, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
USD 95 - 135
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
31 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Department:
Job Summary
Details:
We are supporting an electric vehicle development program focused on prototype EV platforms battery systems and integrated vehicle controls.
The team is seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer with experience in EV systems embedded controls power electronics and battery management systems. This role is expected to begin as a contract engagement with the potential to convert to a full-time direct hire role.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement control systems for EV powertrains and battery systems
- Support BMS integration inverter controls CAN communication and embedded systems development
- Collaborate with mechanical and systems engineering teams on integrated vehicle functionality
- Support prototype builds validation troubleshooting and system testing
- Contribute to architecture decisions and long-term controls strategy
- Support functional safety and system reliability initiatives
Details:
Preferred Background:
- 7 years of electrical engineering or embedded controls experience
- Experience with EV systems BMS power electronics or inverter controls
- Strong understanding of CAN protocols embedded systems and controls integration
- Exposure to ISO26262 or functional safety environments preferred
- Experience working within prototype or early-stage vehicle programs strongly preferred
Compensation:
Contract:
Contract:
- $95/hr depending on controls architecture BMS embedded systems and EV platform experience
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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