Motive Companies · 17 hours ago
Electrical Systems Engineer (Hardware)
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expMotive Companies is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer who is motivated by hands-on product development and ownership from concept through production. The role involves defining system requirements, leading hardware evaluations, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure system integration and validation.
Environmental ConsultingIndustrialRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Defining system requirements, interfaces, and architecture for the company's electrical subsystems
Developing and maintaining system diagrams, including I/O maps and electrical and communication topology
Leading hardware trade studies and evaluating electrical and HMI components and suppliers
Working closely with all engineering teams to ensure cross-domain alignment
Participating in system-level integration and validation on full-boat builds
Leading troubleshooting for HV and LV systems, cooling systems, sensors, and communication networks
Supporting DFMEA activities, functional safety discussions, and design reviews
Contributing to next-generation electrical architecture planning and platform scalability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in electrical systems integration, hardware development, or system-level engineering
Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, power distribution, sensors, cooling systems, and communication networks (e.g., CAN)
Hands-on experience debugging HV/LV systems, cooling loops, harnesses, and embedded hardware interactions
Experience developing system requirements, interface definitions, and architectural documentation
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to take ownership of problems, drive them to closure, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
Preferred
MCU, ECU, or VCU experience
Power systems, powertrain, or inverter exposure
AC–DC or DC–DC power conversion
Experience defining system behavior, not only wiring or layout
Interest in software interaction, not required to code
Experience with EMC/EMI pre-compliance testing, certification processes, or external test labs
Familiarity with functional safety concepts (e.g., hazard analysis, safety goals, fault handling), even if not formal ISO certification work
Experience with trade studies or vendor evaluations for electrical components, power electronics, or HMI hardware
Familiarity with EV, marine, robotics, or aerospace electrical architectures
Experience with simulation or system modeling tools (e.g., Vector, Simulink, PLECS, LTSpice)
Experience with DFMEA, reliability engineering, or design review processes
Experience with HMI or user-input devices (joystick, throttle, buttons, panels)
Familiarity with OBCs, chargers, or HV device integration
Company
Motive Companies
Motive Companies is a provider of renewable energy and infrastructure solutions for industrial and commercial applications.
1001-5000 employees
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