Sr Electrical Engineer

Endera•Ottawa, OH

1d•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a foundational engineering role at Endera. As our Senior Electrical Engineer, you will serve as the lead electrical engineering authority today — owning the full lifecycle of electrical system design, documentation, and integration across our EV and hybrid commercial vehicle platforms. You will establish the engineering standards, tools, and processes that will define our electrical department as we grow. This role is expected to evolve into a department leadership position as the team expands.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required
Minimum 5 years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in automotive, commercial vehicle, or mobile equipment applications
Demonstrated experience with 12V automotive/vehicle electrical systems required; high-voltage EV systems experience strongly preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD-based tools (Experience with Arcadia Cardonix or similar platform a plus)
Experience programming or modifying automotive vehicle control modules
Proven ability to develop and own engineering documentation — schematics, BOMs, work instructions, and process documentation
Strong working knowledge of electrical theory, circuit design, and vehicle electrical integration
Familiarity with chassis electrical systems from OEM manufacturers
Understanding of relevant standards and compliance requirements (SAE, FMVSS, or equivalent) preferred
Experience with multiplexed electrical systems or CAN bus architecture a plus
Self-directed and capable of operating as the sole technical authority in a fast-moving environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple vehicle programs and priorities simultaneously
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a root-cause mindset
Clear and effective communicator — able to translate technical requirements for production, service, and customer audiences
Collaborative team player who can work cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, and customer care
Demonstrated ability to build processes and documentation from the ground up
Forward-thinking approach to team development and departmental scalability

Nice To Haves

Experience with Arcadia Cardonix or similar platform a plus
High-voltage EV systems experience strongly preferred
Experience with multiplexed electrical systems or CAN bus architecture a plus

Responsibilities

Conceptualize, design, and engineer high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (12V) electrical systems for commercial electric and hybrid bus platforms
Develop and maintain comprehensive electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness designs (routing, connectors, protection, and packaging), and bill of materials (BOMs) for each vehicle configuration and work order
Research, program, and modify vehicle control modules for special use cases and platform integrations
Perform detailed electrical calculations to establish standards, specifications, and design criteria
Direct and oversee fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of electrical systems and components; own validation planning and execution including design verification test plans, test reports, and sign-off documentation
Integrate electrical systems across multiple chassis platforms, ensuring conformance to engineering design, safety, and customer specifications
Research and evaluate new technologies, components, and assembly methods to drive innovation and cost efficiency
Document and maintain electrical installation processes, methods, and engineering standards for use by production and service personnel
Research and analyze OEM chassis electrical systems to ensure proper module and harness integration
Provide technical support for warranty and field service; apply structured root-cause analysis (8D or equivalent) to close the loop between field failures and design or production corrections
Support supply chain management by identifying long-lead electrical components, providing accurate BOM data, and participating in supplier technical reviews and component qualification activities
Provide hands-on training to production and service on electrical systems, processes, and procedures
Participate in and lead product improvement and continuous improvement initiatives
Own and manage engineering changes (ECOs/ECNs) in active production — evaluate impact, coordinate cross-functional review and approval, and ensure schematics, BOMs, harnesses, and build documentation remain aligned through each revision
Design for serviceability — ensure schematics, connector identification, and diagnostic documentation are structured so field technicians can efficiently troubleshoot and repair without engineering escalation
Lay the groundwork for a scalable electrical engineering department, including process documentation, tool standardization, and future team development
Read and interpret vehicle sales orders; translate into complete schematic packages and accurate BOMs
Configure, program, and validate control modules for platform-specific use cases
Gather OEM technical data; specify integration of Endera systems into chassis electrical architecture
Evaluate components, materials, and assembly methods; benchmark against industry standards
Create and maintain electrical installation work instructions, engineering prints, and process documents
Identify long-lead parts from sales orders; communicate requirements to supply chain
Apply root cause analysis to resolve electrical issues in production and in-field vehicles
Deliver on-site and off-site electrical training to production staff, service technicians, and customers
Lead or support cross-functional product and process improvement projects
Own and drive ECOs/ECNs in active production; maintain alignment of schematics, BOMs, harnesses, and build docs through each revision
Structure schematics, connector callouts, and diagnostic documentation so field technicians can troubleshoot without engineering escalation
Establish tools, standards, and workflows that will scale with a growing engineering team