Electrical Engineer I/II (Customer Engineering)

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA. 

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

This Engineering position is responsible for engineering design, problem resolution and other engineering duties in support of the design and manufacturing of parts and sub-systems.  This person will have direct influence at the part level to optimize the piece parts and sub-systems. This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor but may also get direction/guidance from senior engineers.  This is a direct, full-time position with GILLIG.

Power and Signal Distribution-You possess the proven ability to design and/or specify harnesses, devices, fusing, and connectors of appropriate size for power & signal requirements and considering environmental conditions/applications. Experience with low voltage (12/24VDC) and high voltage (600VDC, 240/480VAC) is required.  Familiarity with vehicle and/or industrial control systems a plus. 

• Communicate component level design/idea to internal/external customers
• Evaluates customer product requirements and develops product designs to meet customer needs
• Optimize designs via analytical, numerical and/or empirical assessments. Make mechanical, thermal, and electrical models/analysis to ensure product requirements are met
• Produce and/or evaluate possible design solutions to improve cost, quality, delivery, and performance on specialized knowledge of engineering applications together with possible involvement of other functional engineers and/or customer/supplier personnel
• Release drawings accordingly to support production cost estimation and prototype quotes
• Review CAD models and drawings of components to ensure their integrity
• Use CAD modeling software to create components, assemblies, and engineering drawings for manufacturing
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) along with all project documentation
• Detailed electrical design including design for manufacture and assembly
• Analyze assignments and determine engineering specifications which must be fulfilled for problems or projects
• Support production ramp & ongoing/continuous product/process improvement
• Perform and coordinate laboratory testing of prototypes for component characterization
• Ability to prioritize assigned tasks to maintain schedule
• Work independently on assigned component tasks with some guidance required from senior engineers on sub system level tasks
• Work productively with other engineers, designers, technicians, sales representatives, installers, and project managers so the project is delivered on schedule and on budget
• Provide technical design support to sales, product engineering, manufacturing, and quality organizations
• Support purchasing, field service and other internal customers as required
• Lead or support prototype order and procurement 
• Operate in a team environment and provide input to design solution during the design development phase
• Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA, etc.) at the direction of senior engineers
• Model and drawing documentation are accurate and complete
• Released designs are cost effective, manufacturable, serviceable, meet all performance objectives, and meet customer requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering or equivalent required
• 1 to 3 years of engineering experience in area of technical focus
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) skills
• Familiarity with manufacturing process and environment
• Electrical Engineer
• Application of sound electrical design fundamentals
• Working knowledge in electrical power distribution including AC and DC systems, automotive electrical/electronic components such as circuit breakers, relays, connectors, switches, and harnesses - for microprocessor-based control systems
• Experienced with low voltage harness design, packing and generating harnesses and electrical schematic using CAD software
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards such as SAE, NFPA, FMVSS, etc. 
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot automotive electrical systems

Additionally, at the Engineer II Level:

• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience
• Interpret customer requirements, and map requirements onto existing designs when possible, and/or develop new designs when needed
• Direct CAD Designers to complete 3D models and drawings as necessary
• Design and document solutions, within the scope of concepts, for components and modules, taking project guidelines (e.g. safety, quality, cost, weight, and dates) into consideration
• Work with the test engineer(s) to create DVP&R, execute the defined test plan and review the test results/reports
• Conduct field testing and provide preliminary evaluations
• Develop and maintain the technical specification for desired performance at the component level 
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers at component level
• Area of expertise at the component level
• Exhibits insight and mechanical/electrical design sense to develop and meet design requirements with product designs that are manufacturable, cost-efficient, reliable, and better than the competition
• Hands on troubleshooting of vehicle systems

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
• Limited travel may be required 
• Standard start time: 6:00 AM (negotiable)

EXPECTED COMPENSATION 

$75,000 - $275,000/annual salary + premium benefits 

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.