Engineer I - Electrical

ElDorado National California Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee referral program

Job summary

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) seeks an Electrical Engineer I in Riverside, CA. The role supports design, testing, and implementation of electrical systems in ENC’s product lines with hands-on prototyping and cross-functional collaboration.

You will work with senior engineers to develop wiring diagrams, select components, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years of relevant internship or industry experience
• Basic knowledge of electrical design principles, circuit theory, and wiring standards.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork orientation.
• Willingness to learn and apply engineering best practices in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of low-voltage electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and control circuits.
• Create and revise electrical schematics, layout drawings, and documentation in CAD software.
• Assist in the selection of electrical components based on performance, cost, and availability.
• Perform functional testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in vehicles or test benches.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and service teams to address electrical design issues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards (e.g., SAE, NFPA), and customer requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document engineering activities and maintain accurate records in engineering databases.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Join a manufacturing leader with over 50 years of excellence, where every role contributes to building reliable transportation solutions that people depend on everyday across the United States and Canada. At ENC, we prioritize safety, quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth – creating vehicles our teams can take pride in.

Founded in 1975, ENC (ElDorado National – California) is a leading U.S. transportation manufacturer specializing in design, engineering, and end-to-end production of heavy-duty buses, shuttles, and cargo vehicles through a custom-build, mixed-model assembly process. Each vehicle is produced in our purpose-built facility in Riverside, California supporting public agencies and private transportation providers nationwide. We offer one of the industry’s widest portfolios of power options, including 100% battery-electric, diesel-electric hybrid, CNG, and clean diesel.

ENC is committed to revitalizing American manufacturing through innovation, customer focus, and the delivery of high-quality vehicles that keep communities connected, supported, and moving forward.

Electrical Engineer I

Location:Riverside, CA
Salary Range: $80,000 - $115,000/yr.

Position Summary

Supports the design, testing, and implementation of electrical systems within ENC’s product lines. This entry-level engineering role assists senior engineers in developing wiring diagrams, selecting components, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. The role involves hands-on prototyping, troubleshooting, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in production and manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

This list of essential duties is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, as management may deem necessary from time to time. The team member must be able to perform each essential job duty identified below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

• Support the design and development of low-voltage electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and control circuits.
• Create and revise electrical schematics, layout drawings, and documentation in CAD software.
• Assist in the selection of electrical components based on performance, cost, and availability.
• Perform functional testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in vehicles or test benches.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and service teams to address electrical design issues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards (e.g., SAE, NFPA), and customer requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document engineering activities and maintain accurate records in engineering databases.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years of relevant internship or industry experience
• Basic knowledge of electrical design principles, circuit theory, and wiring standards.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork orientation.
• Willingness to learn and apply engineering best practices in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or manufacturing industry is highly desired.
• Familiarity with basic lab equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope) is a plus.

This is an onsite position based in Riverside, CA and requires being onsite.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical (including FSA & HSA), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, mental health, and wellness programs
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and twelve (12) paid holidays
• Employee referral program
• Career growth and development opportunities

Career Growth at ENC

We believe great careers and leaders are built from within. Many of our team members have advanced into roles that lead or into specialized technical positions. We invest in hands-on training, skill development, and long-term career pathways within manufacturing operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

ENC takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment opportunities for minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

ENC is also committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR Department for assistance.

In accordance with California's wage transparency law (Senate Bill 1162), we are committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range reflected on the job positing is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. While we do not typically hire at the top of the salary range, initial offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, with opportunities for growth and increases over time.