Sr. Electrical Engineer
Join Orange EV, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution.
Position Summary
The Senior Electrical Engineer will work within the engineering team to design, analyze, and validate electrical systems and components for OrangeEV’s product lines. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical systems meet the performance, safety, and reliability standards required for our product lines.
Position Responsibilities
- Design and develop vehicle electrical architectures, including power distribution, wiring harnesses, and low/high-voltage systems.
- Work in a team setting to develop and refine the electrical system designs for electric vehicles of on-road and off-road Class 8 trucks, including charging systems, High Voltage and low voltage DC systems, motor evaluation, controller evaluation, and other components.
- Create and maintain 3D models and 2D drawings in Autodesk Inventor, including harnesses, circuit boards, schematics, etc.
- Continuous improvement, including cost reduction and reliability improvement actions
- Hands-on collaboration with Manufacturing and Procurement Team Members and key suppliers
- Lead DFMEA and DVP&R activities for electrical systems.
- Drive cross-functional design reviews, participate in vehicle builds, and troubleshoot electrical issues in prototype and production vehicles.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and support team growth and technical excellence.
Position Qualifications
We are seeking a highly motivated business professional with qualifications that include:
- Education: BSME, BSEE, or a related field
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in electrical system design for on-road commercial trucks, other automotive vehicles, or heavy commercial equipment.
- Strong understanding of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols
- Demonstrable experience in vehicle wire harness design and engineering.
- Skills and Competencies:
- Proficiency in CAD software (particularly Inventor).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ideal Candidates Will Also Have
- Experience with electric truck platforms or hybrid electric vehicle systems.
- Familiarity with ISO 26262, or other functional safety standards.
- Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and EV charging protocols (CCS, J1772).
- Prior experience in electric machine selection and integration for Class 8 trucks or similar heavy-duty vehicles.
Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment.
EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BSME, BSEE)
- 7+ years experience in electrical system design for on-road commercial trucks, automotive vehicles, or heavy commercial equipment
- Experience in vehicle wire harness design and engineering
- Proficiency in CAD software, particularly Autodesk Inventor
- Experience leading DFMEA and DVP&R activities for electrical systems
- Design and development of power distribution, wiring harnesses, high/low-voltage DC systems, charging systems, and motor/controller evaluation
- Strong understanding of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Experience with electric truck platforms or hybrid electric vehicle systems
- Familiarity with ISO 26262 or other functional safety standards
- Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and EV charging protocols (CCS, J1772)
- Prior experience in electric machine selection and integration for Class 8 trucks or similar heavy-duty vehicles
What We Do
Orange EV's heavy-duty electric trucks are commercially deployed from California to New York, working every day in the most rigorous environments. Orange EV is a Kansas City, Kansas original equipment manufacturer (OEM) that designs and delivers pure electric, industrial-strength vehicles that are better for the earth, people and bottom Line. “Spend 90% less in fuel to haul the same load with zero diesel & emissions” Fleet managers, financial officers, sustainability teams and cost-minded executives choose Orange EV’s pure electric terminal truck solution to improve performance and safety, while reducing cost and eliminating emissions. Orange EV customers operate terminal facilities in a wide range of industries: rail intermodal, distribution, parcel/package delivery, 3PL, trucking, retail, manufacturing, and more. The terminal facility is where cargo trailers are loaded or unloaded and need to be moved around the yard.
