Hyliion · 4 hours ago
Manager, Electrical Engineering
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expHyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean, flexible and affordable electricity production. The Manager, Electrical Engineering, leads the design, development, and implementation of high- and low-voltage electrical systems while providing technical and people leadership to ensure effective integration and compliance with industry standards.
Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyPower Grid
Responsibilities
Lead the electrical engineering team in the design and development of the KARNO generator systems, ensuring effective integration of mechanical, electromechanical, and control elements
Oversee the design and execution of electrical hardware, control modules, and system-level solutions, ensuring a cohesive and integrated development approach
Integrate electrical and control modules into final products and collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality, performance, and safety requirements
Define electrical design requirements and technical best practices; ensuring both electrical and control components align with industry standards for hybrid power generation
Translate system requirements into system- and sub-system specifications for electrical, mechanical, and control components, supporting seamless integration across industrial and commercial applications
Provide coaching and leadership across engineering and operations teams, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing work environment
Ensure compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards for electrical systems used in hybrid generator products
Collaborate closely with project managers and cross-functional teams—including mechanical, electrical, control, and supply chain—to meet project milestones and deliverables
Lead technical issue resolution at the hardware and component level, organizing troubleshooting efforts, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve system reliability
Achieve system cost targets through design optimization, module consolidation, and strategic supplier selection for production components
Identify and manage suppliers to support the design, procurement, prototyping, and testing of electrical systems and hardware
Lead the development of quality and validation documentation, including FMEAs and DVP&Rs, to ensure system reliability and safety
Develop schematics and release drawings for low- and high-voltage wiring harnesses and associated electrical systems
Provide strategic direction for design decisions, ensuring electrical and mechanical components meet performance, cost, and regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial use
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
10+ Years of Engineering Experience
High-voltage power electronics design, including AC/DC and DC/DC converters and battery systems
Low- and high-voltage wiring harness design
Electrical hardware architecture and circuit design for electromechanical systems
Knowledge of and compliance with applicable electrical and safety standards
Experience with real-time control systems, including PLCs and microcontrollers
Systems engineering and structured product development processes
Electrical hardware design, optimization, and cost reduction
Prototyping, testing, and validation using tools such as FMEA and DVP&R
Supplier management and outsourcing of electrical components
Definition of high-level design requirements and internal engineering standards
Alignment of product development activities with business objectives
Ability to balance cost, performance, and regulatory requirements
Familiarity with relevant electrical safety standards (e.g., IEC, UL)
Ability to translate customer and system requirements into clear product specifications
Quality assurance and control for electrical and control systems
Promotion of creative problem-solving within multidisciplinary teams
Clear communication of technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Effective cross-functional collaboration across engineering disciplines
Strong analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues
Leadership in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
Mentoring and coaching of electrical engineers
Benefits
Medical Plans, with PPO or HDHP options
Dental Plans, with buy-up option
Vision Plan
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plans, with buy-up options
Short Term Disability, paid for by the company
Long Term Disability, paid for by the company
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401k/Roth 401k
Voluntary Accident Plans
Voluntary Critical Illness Plans
Hospital Indemnity Plan
Company
Hyliion
Creating innovative generator solutions that enable clean, flexible, and affordable electricity production.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$360.1MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAxioma Ventures
2024-12-23Grant· $6M
2020-09-28Post Ipo Equity· $325M
2020-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Thomas Healy
Founder and CEO
Vince Cubbage
Board Member
Recent News
2025-11-12
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