Senior Electric Powertrain Engineer

Navier

$120K — $150K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent, with 4+ years in electric powertrain design.
  • Extensive knowledge of Li-ion batteries, battery management systems, and electric motor technologies.
  • Familiarity with high-voltage electric powertrain testing and certification standards.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ with embedded systems experience.
  • Proficient in designing schematics, PCBs, and CAD software.
  • Experience with communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, and J1939.
  • Proven team leadership capability while being willing to contribute independently.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and deliver an electric powertrain for hydrofoil boats.
  • Collaborate with vendors to create custom powertrain components.
  • Lead and develop the electrical engineering team at Navier.
  • Ensure safety and reliability of electric powertrain systems.
  • Engage in continuous improvement of design and engineering practices.

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Navier is seeking a senior powertrain electrical engineer to join our team and lead the development of a custom electric powertrain for hydrofoil boats.

Responsibilities:
  • Architect and deliver a safe and reliable electric powertrain, including all components from batteries to motors, for Navier's production electric hydrofoil boats.
  • Work with vendors and contractors to design and build custom powertrain components.
  • Lead Navier's EE team and grow it into the premier electric boat engineering team.

Required Experience & Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent) and at least 4 years of experience in electric powertrain design
  • Extensive knowledge of Li-ion batteries, BMSs, PDUs, charging standards, inverters and electric motors.
  • Knowledge of applicable standards for testing and certification of high-voltage electric powertrain components.
  • Strong skills in C/C++ and embedded software development.
  • Experience designing schematics, PCB, and CAD
  • Experience working with different communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, RS232, J1939).
  • Team leadership experience, but also the desire to be a strong individual contributor.
  • Strong work ethic and the ability to work in a fast pace environment.

Highly Desired:
  • Experience with the maritime environment (e.g., IP ratings, ABYC standard, corrosion issues, galvanic isolation)
  • Experienced and passionate boater


What we offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes base salary and benefits. Benefits include PTO, Sick Time, 401k and 100% paid Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for the employee.

Navier's pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.

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