Job TitlePower Electronics Design Release Engineer
Job Purpose In this role you will be part of Canoo's Power Electronics Team within the Propulsion group and will be the leader of current and forward-looking Power Electronics Components including Traction Drive Inverter(s), DC/DC Converters or Onboard Chargers. As the Project Lead you will be expected to communicate cross-functionally across all engineering disciplines to engineer and deliver high quality Power Electronics Components(s) for vehicle production.
Responsibilities (80s of the Position) - Component Technical Specification (CTS) Owner responsible for the Component Release and Change Management Presentations
- Manage Project Bill of Materials (BOM) and Sourcing Strategy
- Oversee Project Schedule
- Lead Design Failure Mode and Effects (DFMEA) Discussions and Documentation and Preliminary and Final Design Reviews (PDR / FDR)
- Define Cost Targets, Support Budget Definition and Tracking
- Manage Statement of Work's (SOW) and Request for Quote's (RFQ) and Manage First Article Sample Reviews
- Lead Weekly Product Execution Team (PET) Meetings
- Support Cross-Functional Team Members as Needed
Required Experience - Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or related field
- Minimum 3 years of professional engineering experience
- Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills
- Ability to solve complex problems
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Self-starter / ability to work independently
- Multi-tasker, cover multiple projects at once
Preferred Experience - Master's degree in in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field
- More than 5 years engineering experience
- Familiarity with automotive standards
- Proficient in Catia V6 (3D Experience) or similar mechanical CAD tools or electrical schematic and layout tools
- Experience in component design for various manufacturing processes such as casting, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication or printed circuit board and fabrication and assembly, wire harness assembly, and electronic assemblies.
Travel RequirementsAbility to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% depending on program phase.
Physical Requirements for Non-Physical PositionWhile performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.
Reasonable AccommodationsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
What's Cool About Working Here... - Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Equity Compensation
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy
