Electrical Engineer – Vehicle Systems

About this role

Parallel Systems is looking for an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles. The role involves working on safety-critical components while collaborating across mechanical, software, and autonomy teams in a dynamic environment.

What you'll do

• Design and develop vehicle electrical systems, including wiring harnesses
• Document safety-critical subsystems and conduct hazard analyses
• Conduct hardware bring-up, bench testing, and debugging
• Lead system integration with full lifecycle ownership
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including schematics and test reports

What they're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• 3+ years experience in power distribution and control logic
• Hands-on troubleshooting and validation skills
• Familiarity with CAD tools like SolidWorks and Altium
• Knowledge of embedded communication protocols
• Programming experience in Python, Rust, or C/C++
• Understanding of safety frameworks like ISO 26262

Benefits

• Competitive salary range from $137,000 to $157,000
• Opportunity to work on innovative technology
• Dynamic and inclusive team environment
• Potential for travel to contract manufacturer and customer sites
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion