Electrical Architecture Engineer

Electrical Architecture Engineer – Greenville, NC Warehouse Product Development Center (WPDC). This role is critical to creating, modifying, and implementing designs that meet customer needs. The engineer will collaborate across the organization to ensure the delivery of high‑quality forklift trucks, acting as the “nervous system” of the vehicle from conceptualization to physical integration.

• Define and maintain vehicle‑level electrical architecture, including network topologies (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and power distribution systems.
• Develop system‑ and component‑level requirements from truck‑level requirements.
• Create 2D schematics, wiring diagrams (WID), and Block Interconnect Diagrams (BID). Preferred experience with Zuken E3.
• Utilize CAD software (Siemens NX preferred) to route harnesses through complex 3D environments, ensuring proper bend radii and clearance from heat sources and moving parts.
• Select connectors, terminals, seals, and shielding based on environmental factors such as IP ratings, EMI/EMC requirements, and high‑vibration industrial environments.
• Lead electrical system “bring‑up” phases for prototype vehicles, troubleshooting issues and performing bench testing (continuity, isolation, grounding).
• Draft 2D form boards and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure designs are cost‑effective and easy to install on the production line.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of wire harness design for industrial vehicles, automotive, or aerospace applications.
• Skills, Experience & Abilities:
  • Proficiency in CAD and PLM tools (NX, Teamcenter) with an understanding of electrical standards.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems, real‑time communication networks (CAN), and control architectures.
  • Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, including circuits, power electronics, motor controls, and battery systems.
  • Ability to create and interpret CAD drawings, schematics, and design layouts.
  • Strong communication skills, analytical thinker, curiosity, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Capacity to manage competing priorities while remaining organized and detail‑oriented.

Hyster‑Yale Materials Handling, Inc. designs, engineers, manufactures, sells, and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts, technology, and energy solutions that transform the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster‑Yale has built relationships with customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 100 years.

• Competitive pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Supportive work environment with hybrid work options.
• Full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employer‑sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), and profit sharing. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.