Lead Electrical Systems Engineer

Purpose of the role: You will play a critical role in creating the specification and architecture of the vehicle and LV assemblies such as wiring harnesses, fuses, low voltage batteries, sensors, etc. You will be also be responsible for assisting powertrain engineer(s) to define the electrical architecture of the vehicle and define improvement points moving forward. Key Tasks & Responsibilities: Work with Head of Whole Vehicle and Head of T+D refine LV and HV architecture according to latest legislative, functional safety, cost and performance standards Control design and specification of low voltage wiring harness Guide mechanical design engineers on best practices for routing and securing of harness Act as primary point of contact with external suppliers for prototype wire harness manufacturing Perform all calculations and specifications for LV and HV component sizing, including wiring, fuses, relays, IVTs etc. Create and maintain schematics in Arcadia and Visio and control release of updates Write end of line pass/fail requirements and signoff procedures Support control systems team in software development, testing, analysis and evaluation Support test & development teams to address any wiring issues Use robust management techniques to keep engineering team aligned with company priorities and timelines Sign off on all engineering designs and drawings, and get signoff from Head of Whole Vehicle for safety critical items. Support for vehicle’s engineering bill of materials, parts cost, and parts risk assessment. Manage, prioritise and delegate engineering-related corrective actions Work with programme management and engineering lead to move designs through milestones & gateways in timely fashion. Develop a strong relationship with team and maintain positive attitude as a professional role model Help manage recruitment efforts through interviewing potential employees, arranging interviews and offers Professional Skills: Demonstrable expertise in LV and HV system design in automotive applications Demonstrable ability to perform root cause analysis efficiently Fluent in Visio and Arcadia or similar industry standard software Strong understanding of LV and HV component design & construction (wires, connectors, insulation, shielding, etc) Experience with automotive standards and communication protocols High standards for documentation and organisation Understanding of first principles and ability to justify designs with hand calculations at a minimum Discipline with release procedures, drawing and parts tracking Personal Attributes: Hands-on experience either in professional or personal environments (personal projects, factory floor, etc) Experience working in small, collaborative environments Ability to create and maintain their own momentum in workplace Evidence of lateral thinking in agile environments Qualifications: Knowledge of CAN bus 5+ Years of relevant experience