Electrical Systems Design Engineer

Hyster-Yale Group; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work option

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Profit sharing

401(k)

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. seeks an Electrical Systems Design Engineer to drive the electrical architecture for forklifts at the Greenville, NC WPDC. You will collaborate to deliver robust, manufacturable electrical distribution systems from concept to vehicle integration.

The role spans hardware, software, and mechanical packaging with emphasis on CAN networks, NX CAD routing, and BOM drafting. Hybrid work options and growth opportunities are available within a global leader in

Qualifications

• 3+ years of wire harness design for industrial vehicles, automotive, or aerospace.
• Experience with electrical architectures and system integration.
• Familiarity with CAN networks and real-time controls.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain vehicle electrical architecture with network topologies and power distribution.
• Create wiring diagrams, 2D schematics, and BID; develop system requirements.
• Route harnesses in 3D using CAD; ensure bend radii and clearance.
• Select connectors, seals, and shielding for IP, EMI/EMC, and vibration.
• Lead electrical bring-up for prototypes; perform bench testing and debugging.
• Draft BOMs and support production line installation.

Skills

Electrical design

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

2D schematics

3D routing

NX CAD

Teamcenter

Wiring harness

Power distribution

EMI/EMC

Prototype bring-up

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Zuken E3

Teamcenter

Job description

Job Title

Electrical Systems Design Engineer

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

What starts withYOU,moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Electrical Systems Design Engineer basedatourGreenville, NC Warehouse Product Development Center (WPDC).

This role is critical to creating,modifying, and implementing designs that meet customer needs. You will collaborate across the organization to ensure the delivery of high-quality forklift trucks. Join our team as we take forklift design to the next level.

You willbe responsible forthe “nervous system” of the truck, spanning frominitialarchitectural concepts through physical vehicle integration. This role bridges hardware, software, and mechanical packaging to deliver efficient, robust, and manufacturable electrical distribution systems.

What you will do:

• Architecture Design: Define andmaintainvehicle‑level electrical architecture, including network topologies (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and power distribution systems. Develop system‑and component‑level requirements from truck‑level requirements.
• Harness Development: Create 2D schematics, wiring diagrams (WID), and Block Interconnect Diagrams (BID). Experience with Zuken E3 is preferred.
• 3D Routing & Packaging: UtilizeCAD software (Siemens NX preferred) to route harnesses through complex 3D environments, ensuring proper bend radii and clearance from heat sources and moving parts.
• ComponentSelection: Select connectors, terminals, seals, and shielding based on environmental factors such as IP ratings, EMI/EMC requirements, and high‑vibration industrial environments.
• Integration & Validation: Lead electrical system “bring‑up” phases for prototype vehicles, troubleshooting issues and performing bench testing, including continuity, isolation, and grounding.
• Manufacturing Support: Draft 2D formboards and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure designs are cost‑effective and easy to install on the production line.

Who you are:

• Strong communicationskills with a team‑oriented mindset
• Analytical thinker with a passion for problem‑solving
• Curious, adaptable, and driven by continuous improvement
• Able to manage competing priorities whileremainingorganized and detail‑oriented

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, ora relatedSTEM field.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in wire harness design for industrial vehicles, automotive, or aerospace applications.

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Proficiencyin CAD and PLM tools (NX, Teamcenter) with an understanding of electrical standards
• Familiarity with embedded systems, real‑time communication networks (e.g., CAN), and control architectures
• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, including circuits, power electronics, motor controls, and battery systems
• Ability to create and interpret CAD drawings, schematics, and design layouts

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures,sellsand services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers,dealersand employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What we offer:

• competitive pay
• tuition reimbursement
• supportive work environment
• hybrid workoption
• opportunities for growth and development
• paid time off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• employer-sponsored profit sharing
• 401(k)

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Greenville, NC (WPDC)

Address

5200 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy

Zip Code

27834

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

Yes

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled