Vehicle Electrical Systems Engineer – Design & Validate

Med-National Staffing Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. seeks an Electrical Product Engineer II to design, develop, test, and launch electrical systems for complex vehicle platforms.

You will create schematics, support prototype builds, and validate designs through testing in collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in automotive electrical engineering, with proficiency in Creo Schematic and CAN networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a product engineering or electrical engineering environment.
• Experience designing and developing vehicle electrical systems and wiring architectures.
• Knowledge of electrical integration, wiring harnesses, electrical components, and vehicle electrical kits.
• Experience creating electrical schematics using Creo Schematic.
• Familiarity with centralized schematic libraries, catalogs, and data management tools.
• Experience with SAE J1939 and/or other CAN-based communication networks.
• Experience using CAN development and diagnostic tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements, technical specifications, standards, and customer requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle electrical components, systems, and subassemblies for new and existing products.
• Create, maintain, and release electrical schematics for internal and external use.
• Approve engineering designs through prototype, development, testing, and production phases.
• Define vehicle-level and component-level test requirements.
• Support the setup, monitoring, and execution of engineering test programs as needed.
• Analyze test data, evaluate results, and recommend design improvements or corrective actions.
• Identify, document, and resolve electrical system issues during prototype builds, testing activities, and product launches.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support prototype vehicle builds and troubleshoot electrical integration challenges.
• Revise and improve design packages based on testing results and prototype feedback.
• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to evaluate new technologies, materials, products, pricing, and lead times.
• Support product standardization, continuous improvement initiatives, and cost reduction efforts through supplier collaboration.
• Interpret customer requirements, specifications, and applicable engineering standards.
• Develop component requirements and ensure compatibility between vehicle systems and supplier-provided components.

Skills

Electrical systems engineering

Wiring integration

CAN networks (CANalyzer/CANoe)

Prototype testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Creo Schematic

CAN development tools

Data management tools

Job description

Med-National Staffing Inc. seeks an Electrical Product Engineer II to design, develop, test, and launch electrical systems for complex vehicle platforms.

You will create schematics, support prototype builds, and validate designs through testing in collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in automotive electrical engineering, with proficiency in Creo Schematic and CAN networks.