Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution Livermore, CA

Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution

Livermore, CA

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in environmental and social initiatives in communities across the nation. GILLIG is at the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has a reputation 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
• 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

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG's clean technology heavy-duty transit buses. We develop reliable buses that connect communities, reduce congestion, and contribute to a greener environment. Our engineers design, analyze, test, launch, and solve problems across a wide range of technical areas.

Electrical Engineering focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing electrical systems and components, such as low and high voltage power distribution, CANbus network topology, infotainment / CAD / AVL and surveillance system integration to ensure safety, durability, and performance. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet regulatory standards, troubleshoot production issues, and deliver cost-effective, efficient designs for heavy-duty transit buses.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer position is a hands-on role directly responsible for transit bus design. Duties include requirements analysis, concept design, detailed design, problem resolution, vehicle attribute design, BOM development, customer application research, and other engineering duties involved in designing, configuring, and industrializing electrical systems for manufacturing heavy-duty transit buses. This role will influence systems and components to optimize vehicle functionality and performance.

This is a direct, full-time, on-site position with GILLIG in Livermore, CA reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, with direction from senior engineers as needed.

TECHNICAL FOCUS

Power and Signal Distribution

You will apply your skills to provide customized, vehicle-based power and signal distribution systems through definition and / or selection of harnesses, devices, fusing, and connectors. Routing and environmental considerations are factors in a heavy-duty industrial and automotive product. Staying current with vehicle electrical power management technology and regulations is necessary for innovation and compliance. Experience with low voltage (12 / 24VDC) and high voltage (600VDC, 240 / 480VAC) is required. Experience in electrical harness manufacturing and / or industrial control systems is a plus.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

Senior Level

SCOPE OF THE ROLE

Senior Level

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Senior Level

WORK ENVIRONMENT

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$75,000 - $164,000 / annual salary + premium benefits

Pay may vary by location, job classification, knowledge, skills, and experience. Total compensation may include additional elements. Details provided with offer.

EEO NOTICE

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. GILLIG is an equal opportunity employer.

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