Manager - Electrical & Electronics Systems

We are looking for an experienced E/E Systems Engineering Manager who is responsible for overseeing a team of about 5 engineers to ensure and guide engineering design, problem resolution, and other duties related to the design and manufacturing of parts and sub-systems. This role involves direct influence on the overall design, development, and integration of systems for both existing and new projects. Key responsibilities include creating schematics for E/E component integration, high/low voltage & communication network designs, selecting E/E components, developing scripts for consistency checks, and performing safety and failure analysis. Additionally, the manager will collaborate with controls engineers, develop troubleshooting guidelines, and track key performance indicators of the E/E architecture.

This is a hands-on, on-site role at our CTC facility in Loveland, CO and reports to the Director of Powertrain and Control Systems.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

Own/Define/Manage E/E Systems team processes, including automated quality assurance of team deliverables

Champion E/E Systems specific requirements across the engineering organization

Lead and manage SCRUM activities for the team in task management systems such as Jira while planning, tracking, and reporting on E/E systems tasks and releases.

Create and manage Statements of Work with engineering contracting groups and prototype part vendors as needed

Lead and oversee team operations including completion of performance management and reviews with direct reports

Interpret customer requirements and map requirements onto existing or new designs

Own E/E design in Zuken E3 from schematic development through detailed harness design and release on assigned programs, including design for manufacturability and serviceability, correct wire sizing, derating, and circuit protection, and traceability between the logical/schematic source and the released physical harness to ensure design quality

Serve as the harness integration owner, merging electrical changes from multiple engineering teams into a single, coordinated harness, delivered as a formal release or redline, for the build and field technician teams.

Manage the harness release process end to end, including change control, revision, and configuration management (part numbering, promotion from redline to release, ECN/ECO disposition, and effectivity)

Facilitate Design Reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure all project requirements, as well as regulatory and industry standards, are achieved while optimizing designs via analytical, numerical, and/or empirical assessments

Lead DFMEA to identify risks and drive the electrical system design to reduce potential failure modes. Then provide technical expertise to the test engineer(s) in support of DVP&R creation, execution and lead root-cause analysis

Perform complex troubleshooting with on-site technical team and/or remote troubleshooting of issues with the field service team

Autonomy: Demonstrates the ability to work independently with review at strategic decision points. Oversees the design activities of multiple engineers and holds accountability for results that can impact the entire organization.

Technically Minded: Acts as a leading expert and chief advisor in the field. Provides strategic direction and utilizes professional concepts to resolve critical issues. Applies extensive knowledge of theories, practices, and design matters to guide the development of innovative solutions and the application of existing principles.

Time Management: Completes work at a highly accelerated pace, leveraging extensive experience and deep familiarity with the subject matter to ensure timely and efficient execution of tasks.

Communication: Collaborates and mentors across all levels of the organization, enhancing the skills and knowledge of the entire team. Establishes and maintains formal networks through coordination among diverse groups. Communicates advanced information effectively and influences a wide range of stakeholders.

Complexity: Addresses significant and unique issues requiring complex analysis and evaluation of intangible factors. Engages in conceptual thinking to understand and manage advanced issues and their implications. Exercises independent judgment in determining methods, techniques, and criteria for achieving results, and is recognized as a key subject matter expert.

Quality & Standards: Ensures that technical documentation is precise and comprehensive. Develops and enforces standards, requirements, and processes that are efficient, high quality, cost-effective, and executable.

Leadership: Manages the activities of an engineering discipline through subordinate professionals. Guides by function or department practices and established management precedents.

Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Minimum 8 years’ experience within the Engineering industry

Experience in automotive and/or heavy-duty vehicle design required

Experience working with major component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers and product validation engineers

Demonstrated proven experience leading a successful team of engineers

Significant experience in the direct design of components including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost-efficiency (Value Engineering)

Significant Experience with “hands-on” troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities (on site and at remote locations)

Demonstrated ability to apply electrical design fundamentals

Demonstrated working knowledge in electrical power distribution including AC and DC systems

Expert knowledge of electrical load calculations and circuit protection

Experienced with high voltage system design and necessary safety guidelines

Experienced with low voltage harness design

Experienced in generating harnesses and electrical schematics using Zuken E3 (or equivalent ECAD)

Experience with SAE/USCAR-21 (electrical crimp performance) is desirable

Familiarity with automotive components such as circuit breakers, relays and wiring, etc.

Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer

Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.

Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)

<5% Travel required

Standard start time: 8:00 AM (Negotiable)

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$131,700 - $181,100/annual salary + bonus + premium benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.