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
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM), defining appropriate applications of parts and assembliesGather information on supplier components, existing GILLIG designs, and technological advancements to optimize design conceptsCollaborate with the team to develop actions based on guidelines and modify processes as requiredUse analytical tools to assess designs of self and others, including power, grounding, circuit protection, harmonics, mechanical performance, and durabilityUse ECAD tools to create, review & release vehicle electrical components, schematics and harness assemblies with guidance from senior engineers as neededParticipate in the release process to move designs into productionProvide support in follow-on processes such as Change Control, Production Change Order (PCO), and Engineered Production Change (EPC) releasesSupport designs throughout lifecycle including development, production launch, variants, customization, and field supportCollaborate with test engineers to create DVP&R, execute tests, and review resultsProvide input for technical publications such as service, parts, and driver manualsCollaborate with mechanical, controls and manufacturing engineersTroubleshoot vehicle electrical and network issuesSenior Level
Provide input on modular BOM structure to improve configuration efficiencyPerform design trade-offs and optimization for robust, manufacturable designsGain mastery of Customer & Design REI releases, BOM structuring, Change Control, PCO, and Engineered Production ChangeProvide expert input with test engineers to create DVP&R and review resultsOperate in a primary role, proposing solutions to more senior engineers or managementSCOPE OF THE ROLE
Autonomy : Work with little instruction on day-to-day work; receive general instruction on new assignmentsTechnically Minded : Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA); resolve issues using professional expertiseTime Management : Deliver projects on schedule and on budget; solve production issues quicklyCommunication : Collaborate across the organization to resolve problems; provide standard professional analysisComplexity : Handle moderately to highly complex problems within defined proceduresQuality & Standards : Ensure drawings and designs are accurate, manufacturable, serviceable, and meet performance objectivesSenior Level
Technically Minded : Apply industry standards and provide guidance to staff on best practicesCommunication : Collaborate and teach across the organizationComplexity : Manage broad, highly complex assignments; devise solutions with limited informationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering, Electrical Engineering preferredMinimum 2 years of experience in engineeringAutomotive, commercial, and / or heavy-duty vehicle design familiarity; direct experience a plusFamiliarity with BOM managementFluency in CAD software such as Zuken E3 or CapitalExperience with component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers, and product validation engineersExperience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost-efficiency (Value Engineering)Hands-on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing, and validation on site and remoteWorking knowledge of tools like multimeters, power supplies, CANalyzer, oscilloscopesExperience with electrical load analysis and management for low- and high-voltage systemsExperience with automotive communication protocols (J1939, CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostics for signal integrityWiring harness design and integration tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken / E3, Capital) for manufacturable designsUnderstanding of regulatory compliance (SAE, NFPA, ISO) and safety-critical requirementsSenior Level
Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experienceFluent with BOM, documentation control, and revision management; modular BOM a plusExperience with wiring harness design and formboard drawing using CAD toolsProficiency in DFM, DFS, and Value EngineeringStrong hands-on troubleshooting and testing experience with diagnostic toolsWORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift 25 lbsProlonged periods of sitting / standing at a desk and working on a computerRegularly sit, stand, walk; occasional kneeling or squattingMust be able to meet physical requirements with / without accommodationLimited travel may be requiredMust navigate manufacturing environment; comfortable around heavy machineryMust wear PPE (safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)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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