Electrical Engineer

Company: Vets Hired
Location: Riverside
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary The Electrical Engineer will play a key role in developing an innovative medium-duty vehicle platform focused on clean, efficient, and intelligent transportation. This position centers on vehicle electrical and electronic systems, including power distribution, wiring harness design, control system integration, and support for electric propulsion and charging technologies. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on engineering expertise, experience in vehicle electrical systems design and validation, and the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Design and develop low-voltage and high-voltage electrical architectures for vehicle platforms Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness designs using CAD tools Define system-level electrical requirements and component specifications Support integration of propulsion, charging, power distribution, and control electronics Perform hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical systems and components Collaborate with mechanical and software engineering teams to ensure system compatibility Work with suppliers on design reviews, manufacturing feedback, and quality assurance Support prototype and production builds with on-site engineering involvement as needed Participate in certification and compliance activities related to electrical safety standards Assist with resolving technical issues and ensuring component performance Qualifications Required Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 5 years of experience in automotive or commercial vehicle electrical engineering Strong knowledge of high- and low-voltage power systems and circuit protection Proficiency in electrical CAD tools such as SolidWorks Electrical, Altium Designer, or equivalent Hands-on experience with wiring harness design and validation Strong understanding of CAN bus systems and vehicle communication architectures Familiarity with manufacturing and assembly processes Excellent analytical and communication skills Preferred Experience with EV systems including batteries, inverters, converters, and charging solutions Knowledge of vehicle integration, testing, and validation processes Experience working with international suppliers or cross-border teams Background in startup or fast-paced development environments Skills and Attributes Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies Strong problem-solving and organizational skills Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams Detail-oriented with a results-driven mindset Enthusiastic about building new products from concept to production

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