Senior Electrical Engineer

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Locations

Los Gatos, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Product Design

Communications

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in electrical or electronic system design, validation, and testing. Power Electronics background a big plus
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including executive presentations
Experience with Scopes, DVMs and hi-pot testers, IR cameras and other tools and equipment for troubleshooting
Experience working with x-functional teams: mechanical, software, and test
Deep understanding in product design testing and characterization
Experience testing high power 240-480VAC / 500-1000VDC products desired
Current knowledge of industry standards for consumer and industrial products
Knowledge of EV charging standards a plus
Familiarity with environmental, reliability, compliance (NEC, UL and IEEE standards), and safety requirements for electrical equipment

Responsibilities

Act as a cross-functional team member closing the technical gaps in engineering, manufacturing, and field operation
Assist in solving ongoing challenges in manufacturing, test, field operations working closely with engineering team
Driving quality of the product from mechanical, electrical, product design, hardware, software, and ease of use perspectives
Work with manufacturing test team to understand the failure, work with engineering to find root cause, devise a solution and drive the solution to closure
Works cross-functionally to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab, test & validation) dependencies of Systems Engineering team
Experience in leading a team that understands distributed electrical systems
Empower simple to moderately complex test fixtures for REL and Factory
Establish internal test standards and methods for all aspects of EV chargers: cables, enclosures, labels and finishes, PCBAs, etc
Test and validate the functionality of full product as defined in the PRD/ERD
Work with Safety and Regulatory to troubleshoot and fix any issues that arise during compliance testing

About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

Reports To

Senior Manager, Systems Engineering

ChargePoint is looking for a creative and versatile Senior Electrical Engineer to help ensure ChargePoint’s DC chargers meet high design, development and production quality. The role will operate in a cross-functional role to drive many aspects of ChargePoint’s high power DC charger products.

What You Will Be Doing

Act as a cross-functional team member closing the technical gaps in engineering, manufacturing, and field operation.
Assist in solving ongoing challenges in manufacturing, test, field operations working closely with engineering team.
Driving quality of the product from mechanical, electrical, product design, hardware, software, and ease of use perspectives.
Work with manufacturing test team to understand the failure, work with engineering to find root cause, devise a solution and drive the solution to closure.
works cross-functionally to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab, test & validation) dependencies of Systems Engineering team.
Experience in leading a team that understands distributed electrical systems
Empower simple to moderately complex test fixtures for REL and Factory.
Establish internal test standards and methods for all aspects of EV chargers: cables, enclosures, labels and finishes, PCBAs, etc.
Test and validate the functionality of full product as defined in the PRD/ERD
Work with Safety and Regulatory to troubleshoot and fix any issues that arise during compliance testing

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in electrical or electronic system design, validation, and testing. Power Electronics background a big plus.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including executive presentations.
Experience with Scopes, DVMs and hi-pot testers, IR cameras and other tools and equipment for troubleshooting.
Experience working with x-functional teams: mechanical, software, and test.
Deep understanding in product design testing and characterization.
Experience testing high power 240-480VAC / 500-1000VDC products desired.
Current knowledge of industry standards for consumer and industrial products.
Knowledge of EV charging standards a plus
Familiarity with environmental, reliability, compliance (NEC, UL and IEEE standards), and safety requirements for electrical equipment.

Travel

Up to 20% domestic and international travel may be expected for this position.

Location

Campbell, CA

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $70,000 to $149,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.

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501-1,000 employees

Website

Electric vehicle charging stations

Company Overview

ChargePoint believes that the rapid transition to electric mobility is essential to building a sustainable future for all. After more than a decade, their mission remains the same—to create technology that will enable the movement of all people and goods on electricity.

Benefits

Outdoor Activities - The Los Gatos Creek Trail is just steps from our campus. Bring your bike or your running shoes. Plus you can shower up after your workout.
Office Parties - Celebration is a part of our culture.
Pets - Every day is bring-your-dog-to-work day.
Health Benefits - We offer full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
EV charging at work - Drive an EV? Our parking lots are fully outfitted with charging stations, so you can plug in and charge up while you work.
Snacks and Beverages - Our fully stocked kitchens come with a wide variety of healthy (and not-so-healthy) snacks and beverages, plus we have an espresso machine.