Mission Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the development and integration of advanced electrical systems in cutting-edge vehicles. This role involves overseeing all power and signal distribution, wiring harness design, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving the development of innovative solutions to ensure the success of our vehicle programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Management:
- Lead Electrical Engineering function specializing in vehicle Power and Signal Distribution and wiring harness development.
System Development and Integration:
- Drive the design, development, and integration of vehicle electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, power distribution, communication networks, and control systems.
- Ensure wiring harness designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturability requirements.
- Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering and Vehicle Technical Team to route and secure harnesses in vehicle assemblies.
Wiring Harness Design:
- Oversee the design and validation of complex wiring harness systems, including connector selection, circuit protection, and pinout configurations.
- Ensure harness layouts are optimized for weight, cost, and assembly efficiency.
- Define and implement standards for wire sizing, insulation, and bundling to meet regulatory and operational demands.
Program Management:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, components and manufacturing) to align power system, electrical and wiring harness development with overall vehicle program goals.
- Define project milestones, schedules, and budgets while ensuring timely delivery.
Technical Expertise:
- Provide technical direction for electrical system design, prototyping, wiring harness routing, and validation.
- Troubleshoot complex issues in electrical systems and propose innovative solutions.
Supplier and Manufacturing Management:
- Interface with suppliers to specify, source, and validate electrical components and wiring harness assemblies.
- Work with vehicle tech teams to ensure wiring harness assembly processes are efficient and meet quality standards.
Continuous Improvement:
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and learning within the team.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in vehicle electrical systems and wiring harness development, including.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in automotive electrical architectures, CAN/LIN protocols, and high-voltage systems.
- Experience with wiring harness design tools such as CATIA or equivalent.
- Knowledge of wire sizing, circuit protection, routing, and harness assembly processes.
- Familiarity with vehicle integration and validation processes (DFMEA, DV/PV testing).
- Understanding of printed circuit board (PCB) design, layout, and integration principles.
Leadership Skills:
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous systems, or ADAS development.
- Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 26262).
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for wiring harnesses, including FMVSS and SAE standards.
- Familiarity with electrical and wiring standards such as ISO 6722, J1939, J2178, and other relevant SAE J standards.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to convey and
detect communication - The employee is occasionally required to remain stationary at times for up to 50% of working
time, move in designated working areas; & operate and use office equipment - The employee must occasionally move up to 50 pounds
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors including but not limited to specific skills, experience and expertise, role location, certifications, licenses, and business needs. The estimated compensation range listed in this job posting reflects base salary only. This role may include additional forms of compensation such as a bonus or company equity. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Candidates for certain positions are eligible to participate in Motionals benefits program. Motionals benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, pet insurance, and more.
Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. Were driven by something more.
Our journey is always people first.
We aren't just developing driverless cars; we're creating safer roadways, more equitable transportation options, and making our communities better places to live, work, and connect. Our team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who are creating a technology with the potential to transform the way we move.
Higher purpose, greater impact.
Were creating first-of-its-kind technology that will transform transportation. To do so successfully, we must design for everyone in our cities and on our roads. We believe in building a great place to work through a progressive, global culture that is diverse, inclusive, and ensures people feel valued at every level of the organization. Diversity helps us to see the world differently; its not only good for our business, its the right thing to do.
Scale up, not starting up.
Our team is behind some of the industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's longest-standing public robotaxi fleet. Were driven to scale; were moving towards commercialization of our technology, and we need team members who are ready to embrace change and challenges.
Formed as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.
