Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of industry experience related to job responsibilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Expertise in operating 3D solid CAD systems and electrical diagnostic equipment.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical harness creation, PCB design, testing, and troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of electromagnetic principles, sensors, and control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Create 3D and 2D CAD data for electrical components/systems with minimal direction.
  • Manage the development of electrical components/systems from contracted companies adhering to Yamaha’s standards.
  • Create and manage BOM structures related to electrical systems as per specifications.
  • Propose improvements for electrical components/systems to enhance Yamaha vehicles.
  • Order prototype samples for electrical systems to fit project timelines independently.
  • Lead problem-solving for proto designs/samples that do not perform as expected.
  • Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to align on part/system requirements.

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment focused on innovation in technology.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects for vehicle development.
  • Exposure to a variety of electrical systems and state-of-the-art tools.
  • Room for self-direction and autonomy in project management.
Full Job Description
Overview

Job Code:

Team Purpose: To lead and support development of fresh tech for Yamaha.

SUMMARY:
  • Development and proposal of electrical systems, components, and software related to the vehicles developed within YMMC Product Development.
  • Development encompasses new design development, 3D/2D CAD creation/ submittal, validation support and countermeasure, cost reduction, ease of manufacturing and other tasks needed for the support of vehicle development.
  • Proposal of electrical systems, components, and software to improve vehicle usage and marketability.


Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Create 3D and 2D CAD data related to electrical components/systems as dictated by project targets with minimal direction from project manager and PD management.
  • Manage development of electrical components/systems/software designed and developed by companies contracted by YMMC PD to adhere to project targets and Yamaha quality standards.
  • Create / manage BOM structures related to electrical components/systems as dictated by project specifications.
  • Propose electrical components/systems for the improvement of Yamaha vehicles developed at YMMC.
  • Order prototype samples related to electrical components/systems to match the project schedule and plan with minimal input from project manager and PD management.
  • Self-directed Problem solving of the proto design/samples if they didn't work as intended.
  • Communicate with cross-functional members to ensure the parts/systems meet their expectations.
  • Self-directed communication with vendors & suppliers for production/prototype part issues/concerns


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Experienced in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Very good written and verbal communication ability.
  • Extensive skill to operate 3D solid CAD system.
  • Extensive skill to operate electrical diagnostic equipment.
  • Extensive knowledge related to electrical harness creation / modification
  • Extensive knowledge of PCB Design, Testing and Troubleshooting.
  • Extensive understanding related to the principles, structures, functions and features of electromagnetic waves, sensors, image processing and radio waves.
  • Extensive understanding of design control system and logic based on the principle.
  • Extensive knowledge how to verify test items of control system and logic based on the principle.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 yrs industry experience related to job responsibilities.


The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this job, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, the above is intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Management retains discretion to add or change duties of this position at any time.

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