GILLIG
Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution
GILLIG, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Overview
Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution, Livermore, CA. GILLIG is a leading transit bus manufacturer focused on zero-emission vehicles and reliable, durable buses designed in Livermore, CA. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: GILLIG Engineering develops, configures, and validates clean-technology heavy-duty transit buses. Electrical Engineering designs, develops, and optimizes electrical systems and components for safety, durability, and performance, including low and high voltage power distribution, CANbus topology, infotainment/CAD/AVL & surveillance system integration, and regulatory compliance across production launches and field support. About the Role
The Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer position is a hands-on role responsible for transit bus electrical design. Duties include requirements analysis, concept and detailed design, problem resolution, BOM development, supplier/component research, and cross-functional collaboration to industrialize electrical systems for manufacturing of heavy-duty transit buses. This role has direct influence at systems and component levels to optimize vehicle functionality and performance. This is a direct, full-time, on-site position reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager (and may receive guidance from senior engineers). Technical Focus
Power and Signal Distribution : Deliver customized vehicle-based power and signal distribution systems through harnesses, devices, fusing, and connectors. Consider routing and environmental conditions for heavy-duty industrial/automotive applications. Experience with low voltage (12/24VDC) and high voltage (600VDC, 240/480VAC) required. Experience with electrical harness manufacturing and/or industrial control systems is a plus. In This Role You Will
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and define part applications Gather information on supplier components and existing GILLIG designs to optimize concepts Collaborate with the team to define action plans and modify processes as required Use analytical tools to assess designs (power, grounding, protection, harmonics, durability) Use ECAD tools to create, review, and release vehicle electrical components, schematics, and harness assemblies Participate in the release process to production; provide input for Change Control, PCO, and EPC releases Support designs through lifecycle: development, production launch, variants, customization, and field support Work with test engineers to create DVP&R, execute tests, and review results Provide engineering input for technical publications (service, parts, and driver manuals) Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing engineers Troubleshoot vehicle electrical and network issues Senior Level – Additional Responsibilities Provide input on modular BOM structure for configuration efficiency Perform design trade-offs to create robust, manufacturable designs Involve in Customer & Design REI releases, BOM structuring, and related changes Partner with test engineers to develop and review DVP&R and test results Operate in a primary role, proposing solutions to senior staff Scope of the Role
Autonomy:
Work with minimal day-to-day instruction; general guidance on new assignments Technically Minded:
Apply industry standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA) and company procedures Time Management:
Deliver projects on schedule and within budget Communication:
Collaborate across the organization to resolve problems and prepare initial analyses Complexity:
Handle moderate to complex design elements within defined guidelines Quality & Standards:
Ensure designs are cost-effective, manufacturable, serviceable, and meet objectives BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering; Electrical Engineering preferred Minimum 2 years of engineering experience Automotive/commercial/heavy-duty vehicle design familiarity; direct experience a plus Familiarity with BOM management Fluent in CAD software such as Zuken E3 or Capital Experience with suppliers, testing, and product validation Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost-efficiency Hands-on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing, and validation on site or remotely Working knowledge of tools like multimeters, power supplies, CANalyzer, oscilloscopes Experience with power optimization and redundancy planning for 12/24V and 600V+ systems Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (J1939, CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostics for signal integrity Wiring harness design and integration tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken E3, Capital) for manufacturable designs Understanding of regulatory standards (SAE, NFPA, ISO) for heavy-duty electrical systems Senior Level Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience Fluent with BOM, documentation control, and revision/version management Experience with wiring harness design using CAD tools (Zuken, Capital, AutoCAD Electrical) DFM/DFS and Value Engineering experience Strong hands-on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing, and validation across sites WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift 25 lbs Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and computer work May require sitting, standing, walking; occasional kneeling or squatting Must be able to meet physical requirements with or without accommodation Limited travel may be required Work in a manufacturing environment around heavy machinery; PPE required EXPECTED COMPENSATION
$75,000 - $164,000/annual salary + premium benefits Pay offered may vary based on location, qualifications, and experience. Details of the compensation package will be provided with an offer. EEO / Affirmative Action
GILLIG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. This includes compliance with applicable EEO/AA laws and regulations.
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Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution, Livermore, CA. GILLIG is a leading transit bus manufacturer focused on zero-emission vehicles and reliable, durable buses designed in Livermore, CA. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: GILLIG Engineering develops, configures, and validates clean-technology heavy-duty transit buses. Electrical Engineering designs, develops, and optimizes electrical systems and components for safety, durability, and performance, including low and high voltage power distribution, CANbus topology, infotainment/CAD/AVL & surveillance system integration, and regulatory compliance across production launches and field support. About the Role
The Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer position is a hands-on role responsible for transit bus electrical design. Duties include requirements analysis, concept and detailed design, problem resolution, BOM development, supplier/component research, and cross-functional collaboration to industrialize electrical systems for manufacturing of heavy-duty transit buses. This role has direct influence at systems and component levels to optimize vehicle functionality and performance. This is a direct, full-time, on-site position reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager (and may receive guidance from senior engineers). Technical Focus
Power and Signal Distribution : Deliver customized vehicle-based power and signal distribution systems through harnesses, devices, fusing, and connectors. Consider routing and environmental conditions for heavy-duty industrial/automotive applications. Experience with low voltage (12/24VDC) and high voltage (600VDC, 240/480VAC) required. Experience with electrical harness manufacturing and/or industrial control systems is a plus. In This Role You Will
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and define part applications Gather information on supplier components and existing GILLIG designs to optimize concepts Collaborate with the team to define action plans and modify processes as required Use analytical tools to assess designs (power, grounding, protection, harmonics, durability) Use ECAD tools to create, review, and release vehicle electrical components, schematics, and harness assemblies Participate in the release process to production; provide input for Change Control, PCO, and EPC releases Support designs through lifecycle: development, production launch, variants, customization, and field support Work with test engineers to create DVP&R, execute tests, and review results Provide engineering input for technical publications (service, parts, and driver manuals) Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing engineers Troubleshoot vehicle electrical and network issues Senior Level – Additional Responsibilities Provide input on modular BOM structure for configuration efficiency Perform design trade-offs to create robust, manufacturable designs Involve in Customer & Design REI releases, BOM structuring, and related changes Partner with test engineers to develop and review DVP&R and test results Operate in a primary role, proposing solutions to senior staff Scope of the Role
Autonomy:
Work with minimal day-to-day instruction; general guidance on new assignments Technically Minded:
Apply industry standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA) and company procedures Time Management:
Deliver projects on schedule and within budget Communication:
Collaborate across the organization to resolve problems and prepare initial analyses Complexity:
Handle moderate to complex design elements within defined guidelines Quality & Standards:
Ensure designs are cost-effective, manufacturable, serviceable, and meet objectives BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering; Electrical Engineering preferred Minimum 2 years of engineering experience Automotive/commercial/heavy-duty vehicle design familiarity; direct experience a plus Familiarity with BOM management Fluent in CAD software such as Zuken E3 or Capital Experience with suppliers, testing, and product validation Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost-efficiency Hands-on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing, and validation on site or remotely Working knowledge of tools like multimeters, power supplies, CANalyzer, oscilloscopes Experience with power optimization and redundancy planning for 12/24V and 600V+ systems Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (J1939, CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostics for signal integrity Wiring harness design and integration tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken E3, Capital) for manufacturable designs Understanding of regulatory standards (SAE, NFPA, ISO) for heavy-duty electrical systems Senior Level Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience Fluent with BOM, documentation control, and revision/version management Experience with wiring harness design using CAD tools (Zuken, Capital, AutoCAD Electrical) DFM/DFS and Value Engineering experience Strong hands-on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing, and validation across sites WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift 25 lbs Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and computer work May require sitting, standing, walking; occasional kneeling or squatting Must be able to meet physical requirements with or without accommodation Limited travel may be required Work in a manufacturing environment around heavy machinery; PPE required EXPECTED COMPENSATION
$75,000 - $164,000/annual salary + premium benefits Pay offered may vary based on location, qualifications, and experience. Details of the compensation package will be provided with an offer. EEO / Affirmative Action
GILLIG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. This includes compliance with applicable EEO/AA laws and regulations.
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