Lead Electrical Systems Engineer – EV Powertrains

Danfoss GmbH; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to help design the electrical heart of off-highway vehicles. You will lead development of complete electrical and control systems, from concept through testing in our state‑of‑the‑art labs and on real vehicles.

This role requires a hands‑on engineer with 3+ years of experience in low and high voltage systems, a bachelor’s in engineering, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Agricultural, or related Engineering field.
• 3+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience.
• Expertise in low-voltage control systems, including schematics and automotive connectors.
• Experience with high-voltage systems up to 1200 VDC, including VFDs, motors and power converters.
• Hands-on problem-solver with familiarity with mobile and industrial protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the complete electrical and control systems—from low- to high-voltage—for next-generation off-highway vehicles.
• Take designs from concept to reality by building, installing, and testing in labs and on test vehicles.
• Act as a system integration expert, supporting new product development and customer applications.
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor to guide engineers in solving challenges.
• Champion safety and SOP improvements for high-voltage systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Low-voltage controls

High-voltage systems

System integration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Agricultural, or related Engineering field

Tools

Electrical schematics

Wiring harnesses

Automotive connectors

Power electronics

Job description

Danfoss GmbH in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to help design the electrical heart of off-highway vehicles. You will lead development of complete electrical and control systems, from concept through testing in our state‑of‑the‑art labs and on real vehicles.

This role requires a hands‑on engineer with 3+ years of experience in low and high voltage systems, a bachelor’s in engineering, and a collaborative mindset.