Defense Electrical Engineer II

Electrical Engineer II (Defense)

The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for executing and contributing to the design and development of electrical wiring, electrical systems, and electronic projects across multiple industries, including automotive, aerospace, military, industrial equipment, and other markets. This role analyzes and defines wire harness topology and partitioning, optimizes packaging and retention strategies, and supports wire harness builds, vehicle builds, validation testing, module configuration, and module flashing.

The engineer utilizes software tools for CAN communication, diagnostic trouble code (DTC) analysis, and the creation of electrical schematics and harness drawings for the manufacture of low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) assemblies. The position also provides onsite troubleshooting and diagnostic support during vehicle bring-up and validation phases of the design process.

• Design electrical solutions that meet vehicle requirements while collaborating directly with internal and external customers.
• Apply industry standards to optimize wire harness packaging and retention strategies.
• Maintain electrical component packaging within a 3D CAD environment.
• Participate in regular design reviews with internal teams and customers.
• Design, develop, and release vehicle wire harness assembly drawings using EDS tools such as:
  • Mentor Graphics
  • Zuken E3
  • Similar electrical design software
• Support electrical compatibility reviews and approve wire harness drawings.
• Support overall electrical system development, including:
  • Bill of Materials (BOM) creation
  • Wire harness builds
  • Vehicle builds
• Develop and maintain:
  • Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
  • Design Verification Plan (DVP)
  • Supporting engineering documentation
• Serve as the liaison between program teams, CAE analysis groups, suppliers, and assembly teams for assigned design components.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and document vehicle-level electrical issues using:
  • CAN communication tools
  • Digital Volt Meter (DVM)
  • Oscilloscope
  • Similar diagnostic equipment
• Perform root cause analysis of electrical system issues.
• Support electrical test plans and perform analytical circuit functionality testing.
• Inspect first-article assemblies from suppliers to verify compliance with released designs.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent technical engineering degree.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in vehicle electrical engineering development.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Experience designing and implementing electrical systems using industry standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronic fundamentals.
• Experience operating:
  • Oscilloscope
  • Digital Volt Meter (DVM)
  • Other electrical test equipment
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare concise technical reports.

• Knowledge of EDS standards, including:
  • SAE J1292
  • IPC-A-620
  • USCAR 21
• Experience using:
  • Mentor Graphics
  • Zuken E3
  • AutoCAD
• Experience with CAN tools for:
  • Module configuration
  • Module flashing
  • DBC file creation
  • Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
  • Vehicle data logging
• Knowledge of:
  • Topology block diagrams
  • Circuit fusing and grounding
  • Harness partitioning
  • DFMEA
  • DVP
• Military experience preferred.