Senior Electrical Systems Engineer - Automotive, Onsite FL

Velocity; Cantonment (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job description

About Us

Velocity transforms authentic American classic vehicles from the ground up for modern driving. Our Re-Engineered Classics™ combine proven engineering, meticulous craftsmanship, and personalized design to preserve the original character while delivering modern performance, comfort, and reliability.

Velocity transforms authentic American classic vehicles from the ground up for modern driving. Our Re-Engineered Classics™ combine proven engineering, meticulous craftsmanship, and personalized design to preserve the original character while delivering modern performance, comfort, and reliability.

Velocity's Culture and Core Values

Success at Velocity requires a “whatever it takes” mentality. We embody grit, demonstrating perseverance, resilience, and unwavering determination in the face of challenges. We are adaptable, embracing change, adjusting to new circumstances, and continuously seeking ways to improve processes and outcomes—because growth does not come from comfort.

We take ownership, assuming full responsibility for tasks, decisions, and outcomes, whether successes or setbacks, without shifting blame. “That’s not my job” is not in our vocabulary; when one part of our team falls short, we all do.

Finally, our ambition fuels our drive to excel, improve, and uphold the highest standards for both personal and professional growth. This mindset defines who we are and ensures our continued success.

Overview

We are a highly successful, rapidly growing vehicle manufacturer looking for a heavyweight, hands‑on Senior Electrical Systems Engineer with 10+ years of experience to take total ownership of our electrical and network architectures.

In this role, you will drive the standardization, documentation and optimization of our electrical systems across a diverse, multi‑model product lineup. This position calls for a practical, floor‑facing systems expert who splits time between the design screen and an active production environment, working directly with assembly technicians to solve layout issues while strictly maintaining our engineering change process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• System Standardization & Documentation: Establish the company's baseline electrical standards. Develop, update and manage complete 2D wiring schematics, harness layouts and the master Bill of Materials (BOM), with one released, revision‑controlled set of prints for each model.
• Harness Architecture & Component Selection: Design rugged, reliable wire routing and grounding layouts, including wire sizing, fusing and circuit protection. Select and standardize automotive‑grade electrical components and connectors (e.g., Deutsch, TE Connectivity) across all product lines.
• Network Optimization: Design, audit and troubleshoot vehicle data networks, with a heavy focus on CAN, CAN‑FD and LIN.
• Shop‑Floor Collaboration: Work face‑to‑face with the assembly crew to find build bottlenecks and eliminate manufacturing defects (such as pinched wires or signal noise). Capture every floor adjustment in the master prints through the engineering change process.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to streamline assembly, improve product reliability and reduce component variation.

What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days

• Days 1–45: Complete a deep‑dive audit of our lead model line. Establish the core component standards, master schematics and connector families that will serve as the template for the entire product lineup.
• Days 46–90: Apply the master template to target problem areas across other product lines, isolating and resolving intermittent network dropouts and layout constraints on the production floor.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Technical Skills: Mastery of electrical schematic design software (e.g., Capital/Siemens, Zuken, AutoCAD Electrical) and network diagnostic tools (e.g., Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, oscilloscopes, multimeters).
• Work Style: A down‑to‑earth, independent and direct communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced, results‑driven manufacturing environment. Must be willing to work 100% on‑site in Cantonment, FL.

Education and Experience

• Experience: 10+ years of hands‑on electrical systems engineering in automotive, heavy equipment, commercial vehicle or aerospace. A proven track record working directly on an active manufacturing floor is mandatory.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).

Key Performance Indicators

Performance Will Be Tracked By The Following Measures

• Warranty Rate Time to Close Warranty < 15 days (Monthly)
• On‑Time Completion > 95% (Weekly) (Exception: New Model)
• Change Management: implement changes (Quarterly)

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing or walking around the shop
• Occasionally lifting and carrying items up to 10–20 pounds
• Regularly bending, stooping or crouching to work on vehicles at different heights
• Frequent reaching above the shoulders or below the waist
• Frequent use of hands for typing, using test equipment and operating a computer
• Frequent focus on printed or digital material
• Exposure to loud noise from power tools and machinery
• Working in non-climate‑controlled areas with heat or cold
• Possible exposure to dust, fumes and chemicals like solvents, oils and paints; proper PPE is often required
• Staying active throughout the day without fatigue
• Following safety rules to avoid injury from sharp tools, heavy objects or moving vehicles
• Safely operate a motor vehicle

Benefits Include

• Compensation: Pay is based on experience and qualifications
• Health & Wellness: Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/Aflac available after 60 days
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match after 6 months at next enrollment period
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional Perks: Company sponsored events, tool program, merchandise discounts, friendly team environment

Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout duration of employment with Velocity.

Velocity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Velocity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.