Senior Power Systems Architect — Customer-Facing Lead

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading university in Texas is seeking a seasoned professional in systems engineering with at least 15 years of experience, including customer-facing roles. Candidates must possess a solid understanding of complex systems design and demonstrate technical leadership. This role offers a hybrid work model and encourages innovation and mentorship within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in systems engineering with extensive customer facing experience.
• Solid understanding and design experience of complex systems design with full ownership.
• Must be a technical and people leader, mentor, and strive to foster a creative working environment.

Responsibilities

• Articulate customer needs to define product requirements.
• Work across domains to ensure delivery dates are met.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers.

Skills

Customer facing experience

Complex systems design

Technical leadership

Control loop design

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Simplis

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At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

We are #EnergizedByGrowth.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Position Summary:

Verifies that product operates as specified. Provides technical expertise in testing and product knowledge. Diagnoses issues with existing products through testing. Provides accurate estimates and reports of test progress. Writes test plans and procedures.

Develop broad knowledge on DFS electronic, hardware and mechanical components and products related to Dispenser Electronic components, Payment terminals, and Forecourt controllers.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead validation and testing activities (project based) for software embedded, hardware, and mechanical systems during development, qualification, and product sustainment phases.

Develop comprehensive validation strategies including test plans, risk-based test coverage, verification matrices, and traceability to requirements.

Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause investigations of product issues identified during testing, production, or field operation.

Ensure accurate defect documentation and tracking within bug/defect management systems while driving closure with engineering teams.

Develop, review, and continuously improve test books, validation methodologies, and test procedures to ensure repeatability and coverage.

Author and review test procedures, validation plans, regulatory test documentation, and detailed test reports.

Provide technical leadership for regulatory validation testing and ensure compliance under the CTDP program and other applicable standards.

Design, develop, and implement complex test setups including hardware fixtures, simulation environments, software tools, and automation frameworks.

Collaborate closely with R&D, Systems Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure proper validation coverage and product readiness.

Provide technical expertise on product architecture, operating systems, and specialized operating environments.

Lead or contribute to automation initiatives to increase efficiency and repeatability of validation and regression testing.

Define and improve test processes, methodologies, and validation best practices across the organization.

Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians in testing methodologies, troubleshooting techniques, and product knowledge.

Participate in cross-functional design reviews and provide validation input during architecture, design, and development phases.

Provide risk assessments and timely escalation when validation timelines, quality targets, or project milestones may be compromised.

Track project validation progress and ensure proper documentation of test coverage, results, and quality metrics.

Continuously expand product, system, and technology knowledge to support evolving product platforms and architectures.

Define verification and validation strategies aligned with NPD milestones, ensuring requirements traceability from product requirements through final validation.

Candidate Experience and Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of relevant engineering experience in product validation, testing, or quality engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated experience leading complex validation activities for multidisciplinary hardware systems.

Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading technical validation activities within engineering development teams.

Practical experience in the following:

Fabricated and formed sheet metal parts

Fluid handling components made from cast metal (sand cast, die cast aluminum and grey iron)

Injection molded plastic and elastomeric parts

Machined aluminum, steel, and plastic parts

Fluid handling systems

Strong experience in hardware validation, product reliability testing, and root cause analysis.

Experience working within structured product development processes (NPD / stage-gate environments).

Demonstrated leadership capabilities with strong ownership and accountability.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to present technical findings to engineering and leadership teams.

Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities.

Strong cross-functional collaboration and the ability to influence teams without direct reporting authority.

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of UL hazardous area zoning requirements for fuel dispensers and other applicable regulatory standards.

Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD, PDM, and ERP systems.

Experience working in manufacturing and production environments.

Experience working with experimental labs, prototype builds, and machine shops.

Experience working on cross-functional global design teams.

Experience in a global engineering environment is a plus.

Strong multidisciplinary engineering knowledge spanning electrical, mechanical, and systems domains.

Essential Functions:

Strong proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel), email, and database tools for reporting, documentation, and analysis.

Experience with test data analysis, defect tracking systems, and engineering documentation tools.

Experience as a field service technician or production repair/test engineer is preferred.

Speaks and writes fluent English.

International and domestic travel may be required.

Ability to sit for extended periods of time (including long international flights).

Ability to work in excess of 8 hours per day when project needs require.

Ability to sit, stand, and kneel as necessary to inspect all facets of product during development, validation, and build phases.

Ability to effectively and clearly communicate complex technical information.

Customer-centric mindset with focus on product reliability and quality.

Technology leadership mindset with continuous improvement orientation.

Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams.

Ability to work with limited direction while driving projects to completion according to defined timelines.

The information contained within this job description overview is not intended to be all-inclusive. Nothing in this job description restricts management or the company’s ability to assign or reassign duties and/or responsibilities to or from this role at any time. This document is subject to change with or without notice.

Dover Fueling Systems is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Dover Fueling Systems conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Work Arrangement : Hybrid

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, 13 paid holidays/floating holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days, and paid sick leave; including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Texas : Austin