CareerPlan

Associate Design Engineer, LV Devices

Garden GroveFull-time$120k–$160k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

Core

Own the engineering design of Low Voltage Components (Electronic Control Modules, Sensor Systems, Lighting Modules) through their entire lifecycle, serving the medium-duty EV and Hybrid market.

Role type

Associate Design Engineer (Low Voltage Components)

Builds

Low voltage electronic control modules, sensor systems, and lighting modules for EVs

Domain

Electric Vehicles (EV), Automotive Hardware

Required skills

3D CAD tools, low voltage electrical principles, mechanical packaging concepts, automotive durability factors, automotive connectors and pinouts, automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet), project management, supplier assessment, PPAP/SOP documentation

Preferred skills

Early-stage EV startup experience, SAE Collegiate Design Series experience (FSAE, Baja)

Technologies

CATIA, Solidworks, NX, PLM systems

Responsibilities

Define critical interfaces with mechanical, electrical, and software systems; perform proof of concept studies and create prototypes; benchmark off-the-shelf components and support RFQ/SOW creation; lead technical development utilizing in-house and supplier resources; document Design Validation Plans (DVP) and review test results; maintain documentation for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP); drive continuous improvement and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)

Seniority

Associate, hands-on IC