Senior Electrical Engineer – Transit Bus Systems

GILLIG; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

GILLIG Engineering is focused on the development, customization, and configuration of clean technology heavy‑duty transit buses. The Senior Electrical Engineer leads hands‑on architectural decisions for electrical systems, BOMs, and supplier interfaces, influencing vehicle performance and reliability.

You will perform requirements analysis, concept and detailed design, and work with ITS/AVM/CAD systems while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in Livermore, CA on a full‑time on‑site basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; progressive engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with harness design and formboard drawing; fluent CAD.
• Knowledge of BOM, documentation control, revision management; configurable-to-order experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain BOMs and define part/applications for modular configuration.
• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing engineers across stages from development to production.
• Provide input for DVP&R, test plans, and test results; support lifecycle from development to field.

Skills

BOM management

CAD software

CANbus

Electrical design

EMC/EMI

Troubleshooting

DFM/DFS

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken

Capital

Job description

GILLIG Engineering is focused on the development, customization, and configuration of clean technology heavy‑duty transit buses. The Senior Electrical Engineer leads hands‑on architectural decisions for electrical systems, BOMs, and supplier interfaces, influencing vehicle performance and reliability.

You will perform requirements analysis, concept and detailed design, and work with ITS/AVM/CAD systems while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in Livermore, CA on a full‑time on‑site basis.