Overview Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families. Honoring Diverse Perspectives Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team. About the Role Lightship’s mission to modernize and electrify RVs demands that we build a high competency in cutting-edge electronics and controls. As a Systems Engineer, you are comfortable working cross-functionally to create engineering requirements and optimized designs. You are resourceful and willing to be hands-on in a program’s early stages as well as willing to evolve as the program moves into production. You will collaborate across Product, Design, Engineering, and beyond to make shrewd architectural decisions that hasten our path to market with an exceptional vehicle that redefines RVing. Responsibilities

Translate product requirements into engineering specifications

Track specifications and monitor progress

Manage and document DFMEAs

Create and refine electrical system design, such as controller and component topologies

Analyze data to inform design decisions and improvements

Create system diagrams and schematics

Support technical supplier management and requirements definition

Collaborate with other engineering teams to optimize system design

Understand interdependencies between vehicle, power system, and controls

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field

Minimum 5 years experience as an Systems Engineer or Electrical Engineer in an automotive or adjacent industry

Experience authoring and maintaining engineering requirements

Solid knowledge of electrical schematics and control circuitry

Good understanding of electric power systems

Good understanding of electrical safety

Experience working with electromechanical systems 

Self-directed and motivated with the ability to work effectively in uncertain situations

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with automotive safety standards (e.g. ISO26262, AUTOSAR) or similar

PCBA design experience

Understanding of EMI/EMC design principles

Basic understanding of Python

Modeling using Matlab/Simulink

Equity

Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.