Lead Powertrain Engineer

Microvast; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Microvast is looking for a Lead Powertrain Engineer with a strong background in electric powertrain systems for school buses. The role involves technical support, managing development plans, and collaboration with global teams on architectural requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 3 years of experience in e-mobility or automotive systems. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits in Stafford, Texas.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in e-mobility, automotive electronics, or similar.
• Good understanding of product development processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electric school bus powertrain engineering.
• Manage development plans and budgets according to schedules.
• Prepare technical documentation and support root cause analysis.

Skills

Electric powertrain systems understanding

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and teamwork

Familiarity with engineering tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

CANalyzer

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Lead Powertrain Engineer (Powertrain & School Bus Experience Required)

Microvast, a technology innovator in lithium-ion battery solutions, is seeking a leading school bus powertrain engineer to contribute fresh perspectives and experiences. This role focuses on electric school bus powertrain engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and cross‑functional support for electric school bus powertrain engineering activities, including requirements definition, architecture design, mechanical integration, software implementation, HIL testing, field testing, system validation, and software release management.
• Collaborate with global teams and upper management to identify and develop electrical powertrain architecture and requirements for school buses.
• Manage electrical powertrain development plans, milestones, budgets, and schedules in accordance with technology roadmaps.
• Provide technical layouts and proposals to customer inquiries.
• Coordinate system interfaces between individual departments and with the customer.
• Prepare technical documentation.
• Support methodical root cause analysis and resolve issues in part performance.
• Handle engineering tools.
• Support commissioning of products internally or at the customer’s site (on‑site or remotely).
• Support and manage prototypes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, computer engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in e‑mobility, automotive electronics, energy storage systems, or commercial vehicle systems.
• Good technical understanding of electric powertrain systems for mid‑heavy‑duty commercial vehicles or school buses.
• Familiarity with product development processes (e.g., V‑model, APQP, IATF16949, or similar).
• Experience with engineering tools such as CANalyzer, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar diagnostic and analysis tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Structured, proactive, and hands‑on working style.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.