Engineer, Electrical Systems

Hyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean, flexible and affordable electricity production. The Company’s primary focus is to develop distributed power generators that can operate on various fuel sources to future-proof against an ever-changing energy economy.

Job Purpose

The Engineer, Electrical Systems will play a pivotal role in supporting the advancement of electrical systems for our generator technology in the R&D division in Cincinnati, Ohio. As part of our dynamic team, the Electrical Engineer will assist in contributing to electrical sub-systems and components for innovative generator technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities

- This position will directly shape the company’s innovative energy product portfolio by owning the design, build, and test of production level wiring harnesses and electrical sub-system mechanical designs.

- This role is for an engineer who is a do-er that will bring concepts to a reality and driven to work as a team player with minimal supervision, using sound engineering judgment and established practices to develop and refine designs.

- Develop 2D and 3D schematics, models, and manufacturing drawings for electrical sub-systems - including wire harness assemblies and electrical enclosures.

- Be the bridge between the electrical, mechanical and system teams by collaborating to ensure the product meets intended design requirements within the overall product portfolio.

- Mentor engineers and lead technicians in the assembly and testing of electrical assemblies.

- Shepard change in released documentation by following standard engineering change practices.

- Build and integrate both prototype and production level electrical system components.

- Perform analysis and physical testing (both mechanical and electrical) of harnessing and sub-systems according to governing regulations.

- Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical issues related to electrical assemblies.

- Identify and engage with strategic suppliers for critical component design, build and procurement.

- Ensure all electrical system components comply with safety and material regulations for both prototype and commercial applications.

- Perform additional duties as needed to support evolving business needs.

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications include:

- Education, Experience and Certifications

- Bachelor’s in electrical or mechanical engineering.

- 3+ years of demonstrated experience in a product development environment bridging the gap between electrical and mechanical engineering with electrical sub-system design

- Required Skills and Abilities

- Strong understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.

- Experienced in designing and building HV and LV wire harnesses/cables and electrical assemblies for low and high-volume electronic systems.

- Experienced in the use of 3D modeling tools such as NX, SolidWorks, Fusion etc.

- Experienced in any harness and electrical packaging layout tools such as EPLAN, Zuken E3, NX Capital, AutoCAD, etc.

- Experienced in applying GD&T to mechanical drawings for manufacturability and clear communication with production vendors

- Familiar with and demonstrated ability to design and troubleshoot electronic systems.

- Familiar with designing high-voltage electrification systems encompassing batteries, motors, inverters, PDUs, and embedded controllers

- Familiar with compliance requirements, and industry standards such as UL, IPC, ISO, and/or NASA as it pertains to design practice and builds of electrical systems

- Strong desire to have responsibility and own real-life hardware.

- Approaches a problem with a smile and excitement.

- Highly collaborative personality with a willingness to learn and adapt.

- Humbled by the engineering principles and the unknowns of the world.

- Self-starter personality fueled with internal power.

- Strong sense of creative vision.

- Ability to communicate verbally effectively and positively and in writing with customers. (internal and external), to address their needs promptly and to follow through on commitments.

- Good problem solving and good communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness.

- Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.

- Strong follow-through and execution to deadlines

- Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%)

Role Classification and Working Conditions

This is a salaried, exempt-level position. This position typically works in an office environment; and given the nature of our business is also exposed to operations/warehouses/production environments.

Physical/Other Requirements

- Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

- Ability to travel, as needed, by plane, automobile, etc.

Benefits:

- Medical Plans, with PPO or HDHP options

- Dental Plans, with buy-up option

- Vision Plan

- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plans, with buy-up options

- Short Term Disability, paid for by the company

- Long Term Disability, paid for by the company

- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

- Health Savings Account (HSA)

- 401k/Roth 401k

- Voluntary Accident Plans

- Voluntary Critical Illness Plans

- Hospital Indemnity Plan

Hyliion is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, veteran status.  If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to otherwise participate in the employment selection process, please direct your inquires to Hyliion’s human resources department at HR@hyliion.com.