Senior Electrical Engineer - LV & HV Production Systems

aptera; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive compensation package

Stock option grants

Fully funded benefits package for employee + dependents

Generous Flexible Time Away policy

Job summary

Aptera Motors is seeking a Principal Engineer for Electrical High + Low Voltage Systems in Carlsbad, California. This role is central to the design and delivery of production-ready electrical systems, ideal for candidates with over 10 years of experience.

You will be responsible for circuit design, component selection, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. A strong background in prototype to production delivery is essential, along with experience in startup-focused collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience designing low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Proven track record delivering production hardware, not just prototypes.
• Strong hands-on ability troubleshooting complex issues at both board and system levels.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain production-quality electrical schematics using Altium Designer.
• Architect and own integrated LV and HV electrical systems from requirements to production.
• Lead component selection with ownership and accountability.

Skills

Circuit design

Schematic capture

Component selection

Troubleshooting at board level

Troubleshooting at system level

Power electronics

Power distribution (LV and HV)

Safety design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Aptera Motors is seeking a Principal Engineer for Electrical High + Low Voltage Systems in Carlsbad, California. This role is central to the design and delivery of production-ready electrical systems, ideal for candidates with over 10 years of experience.

You will be responsible for circuit design, component selection, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. A strong background in prototype to production delivery is essential, along with experience in startup-focused collaboration.