Wire Harness Engineer
Motiv Power Systems
- Foster City, CA
- $101,100-129,900 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- None
- Design routing and retention of harnesses, cables, and connectors, that allow ease of assembly, service, and robust functionality
- Develop BOM, GD&T, materials specifications
- Create and manage CAD (3D models, assemblies, 2D drawings) using SolidWorks and in CATIA for:
- Battery mounting structures, Driveline structures and components, Power Electronics structures, and enclosures
- High voltage and low voltage harnesses, cables, and connectors
- Manage BOM accuracy and ensure CAD to BOM alignment.
- Establish consistent drafting standards, CAD modeling and dimensioning techniques
- Interface with OEMs and suppliers for CAD data transfer
- Participate in design reviews and provide technical assistance as required
- Develop specifications, design rules, test methods, validation strategy and acceptance criteria
- Lead resolution of design, manufacturing, supplier quality issues; provide on-site build support
- Design and develop technical requirements for interfacing systems (give and get)
- Interface cross-functionally to drive program delivery
- Support field issues resolution and drive lessons learned into upstream design process
- Strong advocacy for rigorous engineering discipline throughout the organization
- Working with vendors and partners (current and potential) to consider new component integration into Motiv's powertrain
- Participate in developing next generation ideas and state of art technology in the heavy-duty electric vehicle industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work with minimal supervision while producing high quality output in timely manner
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
- High level of accuracy; ability to work with tight schedules and ambiguity in startup environment
- Proficient with CATIA Electrical
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- 4-year Engineering degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent
- Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems
- 2-3 years of experience in CATIA Electrical Schematic Package
- Model development and simulation tools
- Wiring harness designs
- Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems
- Experience with Bill of Material and Change Management Systems
- Strong knowledge of automotive product development systems and design disciplines
- Excellent written & oral communication skills - ability to present to wider audiences
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- $101,100-$129,900.00 (Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.)
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Dental, Vision, HSA, Health & Dependent Care FSA, 401(k) with company match, company paid Basic Life and AD&D, employee paid Voluntary Life and AD&D.
- Generous PTO policy, 11 Paid Company Holidays
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and Education Reimbursement
- Fresh daily snacks and a healthy Work/Life Balance
- Access to Perks at Work - Discounted learning, tickets, electronics, travel, health, restaurants & retail.
- Free Online Training & Development
- Bicycle friendly, with bike storage available to all Foster City employees with a 5 minute walk to the scenic Bay Front.
- Regular Happy Hours, Company Cultural Events, and more!