Electrical Engineer I

BraunAbility; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BraunAbility seeks a seasoned engineer to own vehicle-level electrical behavior across the product lifecycle. You will define architectures, integrate hardware and software, and troubleshoot complex interactions from prototype to production launch.

The role requires hands-on hardware design, embedded software development, and strong collaboration with manufacturing, suppliers, and OEM platforms to ensure robust validation and successful vehicle programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in EE/CE or related field.
• 5+ years in automotive or transportation industries.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting electronic hardware.
• Embedded software development experience.
• Experience with CAN, LIN, UART, SPI, I2C networks.
• Hands-on with test equipment like scopes and analyzers.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own vehicle-level electrical system functionality and integration.
• Define electrical architectures, interfaces, signal definitions, and system behavior.
• Develop system requirements and interface specs between hardware, software, and vehicle subsystems.
• Lead OEM vehicle integration activities across multiple vehicle platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues.
• Design, review, and troubleshoot electronic control modules and circuitry.
• Support schematic development, PCB design reviews, component selection, and prototype validation.
• Develop embedded software for vehicle control systems.
• Support implementation of control logic, state machines, diagnostics, and communication protocols.
• Develop and troubleshoot CAN and LIN network communications.
• Assist with software verification, release activities, and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with software engineers to ensure proper hardware-software integration.
• Develop integration, validation, and diagnostic test plans.
• Coordinate issue resolution with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and OEM partners.
• Develop engineering documentation: system architectures, interface docs, validation plans, specs, and test reports.

Skills

System integration

Embedded software

Vehicle networks

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Test equipment usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

CAN/LIN/UART/SPI/I2C debugging tools

PCB design tools

Schematic capture software

Oscilloscopes / multimeters

Logic analyzers

Job description

About BraunAbility

BraunAbility is the global leader in mobility transportation solutions, dedicated to enhancing independence and accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges. Our engineering teams develop integrated vehicle systems that combine electrical hardware, embedded software, vehicle networking, and mechanical systems to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative mobility products. As vehicle systems become increasingly connected and software-defined, we are seeking an experienced engineer capable of bridging hardware, software, and vehicle-level integration to support the development of next-generation mobility solutions.

Role Summary

The position serves as the technical owner of vehicle-level electrical system behavior throughout the product development lifecycle. This individual will be responsible for defining electrical architectures, integrating hardware and software systems, troubleshooting complex vehicle interactions, and supporting validation activities from prototype through production launch. The ideal candidate possesses strong hands-on experience in electrical hardware design, embedded software development, vehicle networking, and system integration. This is a highly collaborative role requiring interaction with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and OEM vehicle platforms.

Key Responsibilities

System Integration & Vehicle Architecture

• Own vehicle-level electrical system functionality and integration.
• Define electrical architecture, interfaces, signal definitions, and system behavior.
• Develop system requirements and interface specifications between hardware, software, and vehicle subsystems.
• Support OEM vehicle integration activities across multiple vehicle platforms.
• Lead investigation and resolution of complex system-level issues.

Hardware Development

• Design, review, and troubleshoot electronic control modules and associated circuitry.
• Support schematic development, PCB design reviews, component selection, and prototype validation.
• Analyze vehicle electrical systems including power distribution, signal integrity, load management, and protection strategies.
• Develop and evaluate wiring harness interfaces and connector systems.
• Support EMC, reliability, environmental, and durability validation efforts.

Software & Controls Development

• Develop, modify, and validate embedded software for vehicle control systems.
• Support implementation of control logic, state machines, diagnostics, and communication protocols.
• Develop and troubleshoot CAN and LIN network communications.
• Assist with software verification, release activities, and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with software engineers to ensure proper hardware-software integration.

Testing & Validation

• Develop integration, validation, and diagnostic test plans.
• Support bench, prototype, DV, PV, and production validation testing.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, CAN analyzers, data acquisition systems, and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in DFMEA, design reviews, and verification planning activities.
• Coordinate issue resolution with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and OEM partners.

Documentation & Process

• Develop engineering documentation including: System architecture diagrams Interface control documents Validation plans Technical specifications Test reports
• Support change management and product release processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and development processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive, transportation, industrial controls, or related industries.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting electronic hardware systems.
• Experience developing or supporting embedded software applications.
• Experience with vehicle communications including CAN, LIN, UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Strong understanding of electrical system architecture and integration.
• Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and CAN diagnostic tools.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills at both subsystem and vehicle levels.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating OEM vehicle systems.
• Experience with automotive control modules and vehicle networking.
• Experience with vehicle electrification, mobility, or transportation products.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262, ASPICE, cybersecurity, or automotive development practices.
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or system-level testing.
• Experience with PCB design tools and schematic capture software.
• Experience with C/C++ embedded software development.
• Understanding of wiring harness design and vehicle packaging constraints.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Direct ownership of vehicle-level electrical behavior and integration.
• Opportunity to influence future electrical architectures and technology roadmaps.
• Work across hardware, software, manufacturing, validation, and OEM vehicle systems.
• High visibility role supporting major new vehicle programs and next-generation mobility technologies.
• Ability to see designs progress from concept through production and customer use.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BraunAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. BraunAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For over 50 years BraunAbility products have been changing the lives of people with physical disabilities. We invite you to explore employment opportunities and be a part of what we do!