Associate Design Engineer, LV Devices

The role

You will own the engineering design of Low Voltage Components through their entire lifecycle. This includes concept definition, sourcing, design development, production launch, and sustaining engineering.

What you will do

• Support definition of critical interfaces with mechanical, electrical and software systems.
• Perform proof of concept studies and create prototypes.
• Collect and document component requirements.
• Benchmark available off the shelf components.
• Support creation of RFQ packages and SOW with Supply Chain colleagues.
• Support supplier assessment.
• Lead technical development of components using in-house and supplier resources.
• Ensure design iterations are documented via 3D CAD and electrical specifications.
• Keep supplier deliveries on track for prototype and production builds.
• Document the Design Validation Plan and review test results.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Internship or extracurricular experience in product engineering, electrical or electromechanical design, system engineering, or technical program management, specifically focused on automotive electro
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, Solidworks, NX, or similar)
• Solid understanding of low voltage electrical principles, mechanical packaging concepts, and automotive durability factors.
• Basic understanding of automotive connectors and pinouts.
• Ability to identify, track, and communicate key project milestones and activities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet)
• Prior experience working at an early-stage electric vehicle startup.
• Experience in SAE Collegiate Design Series (FSAE, Baja, etc)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

About the company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company. They aim to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.