Electrical Engineer II - Infotainment Systems (ITS) & Surveillance
Company: Limitless Talent Solutions
Location: Livermore
Posted on: March 13, 2023
Job Description:
We are a recruiting agency recruiting top talent for Fortune 500
and high growth companies. This company is the largest and most
dependable manufacturer of Heavy-Duty Transit Buses in North
America. Our customers are in all 50 states, and include cities,
counties, transit districts, universities, and major private fleet
operators. We are headquartered in Livermore, CA. The company
offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including
100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental and vision for
employees and their families. Other benefits include a unique 401k
profit-sharing plan. JOB SUMMARY 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 the company. TECHNICAL FOCUS
- Work with infotainment device and systems suppliers to
configure and optimize vehicle functions such as: Data and 2-way
radio communication, safety, traffic intervention, internal and
external vehicle displays, information gateway and telematics
- Verify infotainment systems on vehicle or in laboratory. Modify
wiring, device interface, RFI, EMI protection and communications
for the infotainment system to ensure compatibility with other
vehicle devices and user interface systems
- Understanding of communications systems protocols, power
requirements, shielding, ground and circuit protection requirements
as well as user interface requirements
- Hands on experience with RFI/EMC/EMI/ESD testing is a plus
- Hands on experience with stationary or mobile broadcast systems
is a plus KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicate component level design/idea to internal/external
customers
- Evaluates customer product requirements and develops product
designs to meet customer needs
- Interpret customer requirements, and map requirements onto
existing designs when possible, and/or develop new designs when
needed
- 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
- Direct CAD Designers to complete 3D models and drawings as
necessary
- Release drawings accordingly to support production cost
estimation and prototype quotes
- Review CAD models and drawings of component to ensure their
integrity
- Cut CAD modeling software to create components, assemblies, and
engineering drawings for manufacturing
- Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) along with all
project documentation
- Design and document solutions, within the scope of concepts,
for components and modules, taking project guidelines (e.g. safety,
quality, costs, weights, and dates) into consideration
- Detail mechanical & 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
- 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
- Ability to prioritize assigned tasks to maintain schedule
- Works independently on assigned component tasks with some
guidance required from senior engineers on sub system level
tasks
- Works 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
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers at component
level
- 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
- Applies industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA,
etc.) at the direction of senior engineers
- Area of expertise at the component level
- Model and drawing documentation are accurate and complete
- 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
- Released designs are cost effective, manufacturable,
serviceable, meet all performance objectives, and meet customer
requirements REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree Engineering or equivalent required
- Minimum 4 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 ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT Ability to lift 25 lbs. Regularly
required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
Limited travel may be required Typical start time 6:00AM
(negotiable)
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