Senior Powertrain Design Engineer (EV & IC)

Harbinger Motors; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock options

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Vacation bonus

Wellness benefits

Cell phone stipend

Meals provided

Stocked kitchens

Job summary

Harbinger Motors is seeking a senior powertrain design engineer to lead the development of Electric and Internal Combustion drive systems. You will own multiple powertrain components from concept through life, guiding a multidisciplinary team to meet stringent deadlines.

The role requires 10+ years in automotive mechanical design, hands-on CATIA and FEA expertise, and a proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly. On-site collaboration with manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on mechanical design.
• Experience with Electric Drive Units (EDUs) and Internal Combustion engines.
• Deep understanding of powertrain manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (CATIA preferred), FEA, and rotating components design.
• Clear communicator with a track record delivering complex projects with multi-disciplined teams under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of key powertrain systems (Electric and IC).
• Break down complex technical challenges and mentor junior engineers.
• Set standards and best practices for FE A and design guidelines.
• Support in-service products with failure investigations and cost-down efforts.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality for output and ramp-ups.
• Deliver high quality, independent work.
• Translate complex technical information for wide audiences.

Skills

Powertrain design

Mechanical design

3D CAD (CATIA)

FEA

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

FEA software

Job description

Harbinger Motors is seeking a senior powertrain design engineer to lead the development of Electric and Internal Combustion drive systems. You will own multiple powertrain components from concept through life, guiding a multidisciplinary team to meet stringent deadlines.

The role requires 10+ years in automotive mechanical design, hands-on CATIA and FEA expertise, and a proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly. On-site collaboration with manufacturing is essential.