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Sr. Electrical Engineer

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Sr. Electrical Engineer

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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.

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Position Summary

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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.

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Position Responsibilities

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  • Design and develop vehicle electrical architectures, including power distribution, wiring harnesses, and low/high-voltage systems.
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  • 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.
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  • Create and maintain 3D models and 2D drawings in Autodesk Inventor, including harnesses, circuit boards, schematics, etc.
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  • Continuous improvement, including cost reduction and reliability improvement actions
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  • Hands-on collaboration with Manufacturing and Procurement Team Members and key suppliers
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  • Lead DFMEA and DVP&R activities for electrical systems.
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  • Drive cross-functional design reviews, participate in vehicle builds, and troubleshoot electrical issues in prototype and production vehicles.
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  • Provide mentorship to junior engineers and support team growth and technical excellence.
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Position Qualifications

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We are seeking a highly motivated business professional with qualifications that include: 

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  • Education: BSME, BSEE, or a related field
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  • Experience: 7+ years of experience in electrical system design for on-road commercial trucks, other automotive vehicles, or heavy commercial equipment.
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  • Strong understanding of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols
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  • Demonstrable experience in vehicle wire harness design and engineering.
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  • Skills and Competencies:n
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    1. Proficiency in CAD software (particularly Inventor).
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    3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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    5. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Ideal Candidates Will Also Have

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  • Experience with electric truck platforms or hybrid electric vehicle systems.
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  • Familiarity with ISO 26262, or other functional safety standards.
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  • Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and EV charging protocols (CCS, J1772).
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  • Prior experience in electric machine selection and integration for Class 8 trucks or similar heavy-duty vehicles.
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Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek in candidates for employment.

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