Electrical Design Engineer

CTC; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CTC is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to lead development, integration, and validation of vehicle electronic systems in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate with suppliers, manage design specifications, and ensure compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements, from concept to production.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and have 5+ years in electrical/vehicle electronics, with strong problem-solving and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Design Engineer.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate Functional ECUs such as power slide door, power tailgate, seat, window, and sunroof ECUs.
• Support Smart Security system development including immobilizers and antenna systems.
• Define system targets, packaging requirements, and design feasibility studies balancing performance and cost.
• Create and release engineering specifications and technical documentation.
• Manage supplier deliverables, schedules, quality, and performance.
• Maintain part lists, wiring specifications, and engineering change documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and vehicle development requirements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

Job description

The selected candidate will be responsible for the development, integration, and validation of vehicle electronic systems, including Functional ECUs and Smart Security components. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, managing design specifications, ensuring compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements, and supporting vehicle-level development activities from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate Functional ECUs such as Power Slide Door, Power Tailgate, Seat, Window, and Sunroof ECUs.
• Support Smart Security system development, including Smart ECUs, immobilizers, and antenna systems.
• Define system targets, packaging requirements, and design feasibility studies while balancing performance, cost, and customer expectations.
• Create and release engineering specifications and technical documentation.
• Manage supplier deliverables, schedules, quality, and performance.
• Maintain part lists, wiring specifications, and engineering change documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and vehicle development requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Design Engineer.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with automotive electronics or vehicle electronics development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle body electronics and security systems.
• Knowledge of CATIA.
• Experience working with suppliers and engineering change management processes.