Electrical Sr Engineer

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Engineering / Product Development

Electrical Senior Engineer

Individual Contributor

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Yes, 5% of the time

Day

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $92,300.00 - $. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer for Cox Automotive, you will perform a variety of complex engineering duties to design, plan, and oversee the development of electric/electronic devices and systems applied to servicing EV batteries. This position requires application of intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and represents the organization to resolve important questions.

Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of own field and related sciences or disciplines. Consults supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments. Oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of a small staff of engineers and technicians.

• Design and test electrical circuits to support test and measurement of EV batteries
• Build prototypes and work with E-lab production team to build and modify electronic devices
• Oversee, coordinate, and review the work of a small staff of engineers and technicians
• Maintain and improve existing engineering processes
• Conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment
• Assist with recruitment, training, and onboarding
• Ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications
• Act as a subject matter expert regarding electrical engineering activities
• Documentation of wiring harnesses/diagrams
• Testing and debugging of hardware/firmware

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 4 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 2 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 8 years’ experience in a related field
• Strong knowledge of schematic capture and multilayer PCB design
• Hand soldering proficiency (PTH and SMT)
• Test equipment proficiency (Oscilloscope, Function Generator, Multimeter, etc)
• C++ programming on embedded devices
• Knowledge of industry standard board design practices (IPC‑2221A, UL‑840, or comparable industry standard)
• Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with teams throughout the organization
• Experience with CAN bus and RS‑485
• Experience with power electronics design
• Experience with mixed signal circuit design

• Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
• Experience with Cadsoft Eagle or Altium Designer
• Machine shop experience (Lathe, Mill, Bandsaw)
• Experience with AVR microcontrollers
• Experience with impedance spectroscopy
• Experience with lithium batteries

The company offers eligible employees flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets