System Engineer

SR Staffing; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SR Staffing seeks a System Engineer to act as a technical liaison between customers and internal engineering teams, supporting battery system programs and electrification initiatives.

You will coordinate requirements, develop proposals, and ensure alignment across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management to deliver successful product development and customer projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Several years of automotive/electrification/energy storage or Li-ion battery experience.
• Knowledge of requirements management and product development processes (IATF 16949, APQP, V-Model or similar).
• Technical expertise in Li-ion battery systems, energy storage, and/or EV powertrains.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical coordination and project management for battery system programs.
• Develop layouts, concepts, and proposals in response to customer requirements.
• Coordinate system interfaces and act as technical point of contact for customers.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and reports.
• Coordinate with multiple locations to improve project efficiency and execution.
• Support root cause analysis and resolution of component/system issues.

Skills

System engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Mechanical Eng.

Tools

CANalyzer

MATLAB

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a System Engineer to serve as a key technical liaison between customers and internal engineering teams. This role is responsible for supporting battery system and electrification programs through technical coordination, project support, requirements management, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position works closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management teams to ensure successful execution of product development and customer projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and technical project management for battery system programs.
• Develop technical layouts, concepts, and proposals in response to customer requirements and inquiries.
• Coordinate system interfaces across internal departments and act as a technical point of contact for customers.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Coordinate with teams across multiple locations to improve project efficiency and execution.
• Support structured root cause analysis and resolution of component and system performance issues.
• Utilize engineering analysis and development tools to support project activities.
• Provide technical support across various functions within the organization.
• Assist with product commissioning activities internally and at customer locations, both onsite and remotely.
• Support prototype development, integration, testing, and validation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Several years of experience in the automotive, electrification, energy storage, or lithium-ion battery industry.
• Knowledge of requirements management and product development processes, including IATF 16949, APQP, V-Model, or similar methodologies.
• Technical expertise in lithium-ion battery systems, energy storage systems, and/or electric vehicle powertrains.
• Understanding of advanced quality planning and quality assurance practices within engineering and product development environments.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and engineering analysis tools such as CANalyzer, MATLAB, or similar software.
• Experience supporting public transportation platforms, such as school buses or other commercial transit vehicles, is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and methodical approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, and market factors.
• Additional compensation opportunities and benefit programs may be available depending on the position.