Senior Engineer II, Low Voltage Systems

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. 

WHY GILLIG

• 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

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Our engineering organization is comprised of three primary departments: Current Product Engineering (CPE), New Product Engineering (NPE) and Product Validation.

The New Product Engineering (NPE) Team is focused on developing the next generation GILLIG products and major upgrades to our existing product line. These efforts focus primarily on:

• Zero-Emission powertrains
• Major quality improvements
• Major cost reduction, maintainability, and product stability improvements

This Senior Engineer II will be responsible for the overall design, development, and integration of onboard Low Voltage (LV) systems for new projects. This role will focus on component selection, harness design, circuit protection, and overall power distribution architecture. Projects can be broad in scope and highly complex so this individual must be able to problem solve, exhibit good judgment, and take the initiative when called upon. They will have direct influence on vehicle electrical systems from concept to manufacturing launch to field support.

This is an on-site position that will report directly to the Electrical Engineering Manager in New Product Engineering (NPE).

TECHNICAL FOCUS 

Power distribution:

You will apply your skills & experience to provide highly-customized, vehicle-based power & signal distribution systems through definition and/or selection of harnesses, devices, fusing, and connectors of appropriate size. Additional consideration for routing and environmental conditions will also play a major factor as the GILLIG Transit Bus is both a heavy-duty industrial and automotive product.  Experience with low voltage (12/24VDC) and high voltage (600VDC, 240/480VAC) is required.  Experience in electrical harness manufacturing and/or industrial control systems a plus. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Carefully review component specifications and component selection for projects
• Lead low voltage harness & schematic designs that include:
  • Signal transmission systems such as CAN-bus, Ethernet, and discrete I/O
  • Automotive components such as motors, solenoids, actuators, relays, etc.
• Perform design analysis on electrical loads, power distribution, & circuit protection
• Lead DFMEA discussions to identify potential risks and implement design changes to mitigate potential failure modes based on results
• Lead design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure they meet project requirements as well as regulatory & industry standards
• Support production launch activities and continuous product & process improvements
• Help support both on-site & off-site troubleshooting activities with our Production Support and/or the Customer Care teams when necessary
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) efforts and advise stakeholders on technical issues that could affect product design and delay deliverables
• Work cross-functionally with other engineers, technicians, sales representatives, installers, and project managers to deliver projects on schedule & on budget, improving cost, quality, delivery, and performance
• Help teach and mentor less experienced engineers
• Perform other duties as required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering. Masters preferred
• Minimum 8 years of progressive engineering experience
• Direct experience with:
• Low voltage system design, signal management, harness routing, circuit protection, harness retention, conductor sizing, and EMC/EMI shielding
• Electrical power distribution, load calculation, and circuit protection
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical systems using basic tools such as a function generator, multimeter, oscilloscope, hi-pot tester, megger ohm meter, etc

• Familiarity with:
• Manufacturing environment & processes
• Heavy-duty vehicles
• ECAD software such as Zuken E3, Mentor Graphics, &/or AutoCAD Electrical
• Standard methodologies such as 8D, five whys, & fishbone diagrams to help root-cause complex issues
• Industry standards such as FMVSSS, NHTSA, DOT, NFPA, SAE, NEC, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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