Advanced Engineer, Electrical

Hyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean, flexible and affordable electricity production. The Company’s primary focus is to develop distributed power generators that can operate on various fuel sources to future-proof against an ever-changing energy economy.

Job Purpose

The Advanced Engineer, Electrical plays a pivotal role in supporting the advancement of the electrical systems for our generator technology in the R&D division of Cincinnati, Ohio. As part of our dynamic team, the Advanced Engineer, Electrical is responsible for contributing to the electronics design, wire harnesses, industrial control panel design, and HV system designs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications include:

+ Bachelor in mechanical or electrical engineering.

+ 5+ years of experience in a regulated design environment.

+ Proficiency in designing electrification systems encompassing batteries, motors, inverters, PDUs, and embedded controllers, along with adherence to high voltage safety protocols.

+ Power Sub-System Design covering AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC, EMI, Harmonic Control, and Magnetics.

+ Skilled in electrical system modeling and simulation using MATLAB-Simulink, PSPICE, or LTSPICE.

+ Familiarity with packaging electronic components and interpreting electrical manufacturing documentation for commercialization support.

+ Demonstrated proficiency in designing and troubleshooting intricate electrical sensor and controls.

+ Experience in circuit/schematic and PCB design using tools like Altium Designer, as well as wire harness design with 2D CAD tools such as AutoCAD or Zuken Harness Builder.

+ Understanding of electromagnetic compatibility, compliance requirements, and industry standards.

+ Proven track record in high-volume manufacturing of electrical systems with emphasis on cost efficiency, manufacturability, serviceability, and durability.

+ Expertise in designing and implementing communication networks like CAN, Ethernet, SPI, and I2C.

+ Familiarity with ISO 26262, UL Standards, and MIL specifications.

+ Highly collaborative personality with a willingness to learn and adapt.

+ Strong project management and leadership skills.

+ Ability to communicate verbally effectively and positively and in writing with customers. (internal and external), to address their needs promptly and to follow through on commitments.

+ Good problem solving and good communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness.

+ Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions. Strong follow-through and self-starting nature.

+ Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%) for liaising with engineering providers and hardware suppliers.

Role Classification and Working Conditions

This is a salaried, exempt-level position. This position typically works in an office environment; and given the nature of our business is also exposed to operations/warehouses/production environments.

Physical/Other Requirements

Benefits:

Hyliion is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, veteran status.  If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to otherwise participate in the employment selection process, please direct your inquires to Hyliion’s human resources department at HR@hyliion.com.