Manager - Electrical & Electronics Systems

GILLIG; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 131,700 - 181,100; Full time

Job summary

GILLIG's Colorado Technical Center in Loveland, CO seeks an experienced E/E Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team of about 5 engineers in designing, integrating, and delivering electrical architectures for next‑gen zero‑emission transit buses.

You will own E/E processes, drive DFMEA, support DVP&R, and ensure designs meet safety, quality, and cost targets while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years in the engineering field with automotive/heavy‑duty design experience.
• Experience with suppliers, testing and product validation.
• Proven leadership of an engineering team.
• DFM/DFS and cost‑efficient design experience.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting, prototyping, testing and validation.
• Electrical design fundamentals and power distribution knowledge.
• AC/DC distribution, circuit protection, load calculations.
• High‑voltage and low‑voltage harness design experience.
• Zuken E3 harness/schematic design experience.
• Familiarity with SAE/USCAR‑21; automotive components knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage E/E Systems team processes, including automated QA.
• Champion E/E Systems requirements across the engineering org.
• Lead SCRUM activities; plan, track, and report tasks with Jira.
• Create statements of work with contractors and vendors.
• Lead team operations and perform reviews of direct reports.
• Interpret customer requirements and map to designs.
• Own E/E design in Zuken E3 from schematic to harness release.
• Oversee harness integration and end‑to‑end release management.
• Facilitate design reviews to meet standards and assess risk.
• Lead DFMEA and support DVP&R testing and root‑cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot with on‑site or field service teams.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

SCRUM/Jira

Electrical design

Power distribution

High voltage safety

Education

Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken E3

ECAD

CAN bus

Job description

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront of the transition to zero‑emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.

Department Overview

GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG's clean technology heavy‑duy transit buses. We are committed to developing the most reliable buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment. Our engineers are engaged in designing, analyzing, testing, launching, and problem‑solving across a wide range of technical areas.

GILLIG's Colorado Technical Center (CTC) is an engineering hub dedicated to advancing innovative technologies for GILLIG products. CTC Electrical Engineering Systems performs research and development on communication, low voltage, and high voltage architecture for GILLIG's future products. Located in Loveland, Colorado, the CTC division plays a pivotal role in pioneering advancements in electric transportation. The CTC was created in early 2024 and is focused on developing the next generation ZEV powertrains and Advanced Engineering projects for the broader GILLIG enterprise.

The Electrical & Electronic (E/E) Systems Engineering in the Powertrain and Control Systems group within the CTC is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing E/E systems and components including low & high voltage power distribution, CAN bus network topology & variation, powertrain/body component electrical system architecture and integration to ensure proper functionality, safety, durability, and performance. They collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet regulatory standards, trouble‑shoot issues, and ensure cost‑effective and efficient designs tailored to the needs of heavy‑duy transit buses.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced E/E Systems Engineering Manager who will oversee a team of about 5 engineers to ensure and guide engineering design, problem resolution, and other duties related to the design and manufacturing of parts and sub‑systems. This hands‑on, on‑site position is located at our Colorado Technical Center (CTC) in Loveland, CO, and reports to the Director of Powertrain and Control Systems.

Responsibilities

• Own, define, and manage E/E Systems team processes, including automated QA of team deliverables.
• Champion E/E Systems specific requirements across the engineering organization.
• Lead and manage SCRUM activities for the team in task management systems such as Jira while planning, tracking, and reporting on E/E systems tasks and releases.
• Create and manage Statements of Work with engineering contracting groups and prototype part vendors as needed.
• Lead and oversee team operations, including performance management and reviews of direct reports.
• Interpret customer requirements and map them onto existing or new designs.
• Own E/E design in Zuken E3 from schematic development through detailed harness design and release on assigned programs, including design for manufacturability and serviceability, correct wire sizing, derating, and circuit protection, and traceability between the logical/schematic source and the released physical harness.
• Serve as the harness integration owner, merging electrical changes from multiple engineering teams into a single coordinated harness delivered as a formal release or redline.
• Manage the harness release process end to end, including change control, revision, and configuration management.
• Facilitate design reviews with cross‑functional teams to ensure all project requirements, regulatory and industry standards are achieved while optimizing designs through analytical, numerical, or empirical assessments.
• Lead DFMEA to identify risks and drive the electrical system design to reduce potential failure modes. Provide technical expertise to test engineers in support of DVP&R creation, execution, and root‑cause analysis.
• Perform complex troubleshooting with on‑site technical team and/or remote troubleshooting of issues with field service teams.

Scope of the Role

• Autonomy: Works independently with review at strategic decision points.
• Technical Expertise: Acts as a leading expert and chief advisor.
• Time Management: Completes work at a highly accelerated pace.
• Communication: Collaborates and mentors across all levels.
• Complexity: Addresses significant and unique issues requiring complex analysis.
• Quality & Standards: Ensures technical documentation is precise.
• Leadership: Manages engineering discipline activities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience within the Engineering industry.
• Experience in automotive and/or heavy‑duy vehicle design.
• Experience with major component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers, and product validation engineers.
• Demonstrated experience leading a successful team of engineers.
• Significant experience in designing components including DFM, DFS, and cost‑efficiency.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
• Application of electrical design fundamentals.
• Knowledge in electrical power distribution including AC and DC systems.
• Expert knowledge of electrical load calculations and circuit protection.
• Experience with high‑voltage system design and safety guidelines.
• Experience with low‑voltage harness design.
• Experience generating harnesses and electrical schematics using Zuken E3 (or equivalent ECAD).
• Experience with SAE/USCAR‑21 (electrical crimp performance) is desirable.
• Familiarity with automotive components such as circuit breakers, relays, and wiring.

Work Environment

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally kneel or squat.
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must navigate a manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection).
• 5% travel required.
• Standard start time: 8:00 AM (negotiable).

Expected Compensation

$131,700 - $181,100 annual salary + bonus + premium benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, 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 a candidate receives an offer of employment.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.