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Full-Time

Staff Design Engineer

Wire Harnesses

Posted on 5/22/2024

Lightship RV

Lightship RV

51-200 employees

Manufactures all-electric recreational vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$150k - $165kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

San Bruno, CA, USA

Requires onsite presence in South San Francisco, CA.

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
R
Product Design
Requirements
  • BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, with direct experience spec’ing, designing, and validating wire harnesses
  • Experience creating sub-system and system level wiring diagrams with hardware engineers
  • Experience in full product development cycle: requirements definition, concept design, development, test, manufacturing
  • Experience creating wire harness drawings
  • Experience working with suppliers to create EOL wire harness quality tests
  • Experience creating DFMEAs and DVP&Rs for wire harnesses
Responsibilities
  • Product design responsibility for all low voltage vehicle wire harnesses including low voltage signal wiring, AC and 12vDC appliance power, and other vehicle sensor, component, and controller wiring
  • Work with systems engineering along with other members of the power systems, vehicle engineering, and controls teams to build out a full wiring diagram of the vehicle
  • Select all off the shelf components (connectors, terminals, wire, loom, shields, etc) with a focus on cost, quality, and supply chain robustness
  • Work with CAD design resources to create all wire harness models and drawings for sourcing
  • Work with power systems and vehicle teams to package all wire harness components on the interior and exterior of the RV cabin
  • Create DFMEA for critical components and assemblies
  • Work with engineering teams and techs to create component level and sub-system level tests where necessary
  • Help to create DVP&R to ensure all engineering requirements are met
  • Collaborate with the integration and test teams to carry out design validation plan and ensure proper performance of the wire harnesses
  • Conduct detailed mechanical analysis of subsystems and components as needed to ensure we meet all functional, durability and longevity requirements
  • Develop detailed mechanical specifications based on ambiguous product requirements. Support definition of validation plans and root cause analysis for test failures
  • Understand interdependencies between vehicle, power system, and controls at all stages of development
  • Technical mentorship and guidance to growing team of mechanical engineers

Lightship RV is focused on creating all-electric recreational vehicles, specifically electric travel trailers, with their main product being the Aero Electric L1 travel trailer. This trailer is designed to offer a sustainable travel experience, featuring integrated solar panels and an all-electric system. The company targets environmentally conscious travelers, including both electric vehicle owners and those looking to switch to more sustainable travel options. Unlike traditional RV manufacturers, Lightship RV emphasizes eco-friendliness and sustainability in its products. The goal is to provide a unique travel experience that minimizes carbon footprints while enjoying outdoor adventures. Lightship RV sells its trailers directly through its website and may also offer accessories and maintenance services in the future.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$61.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

55%

2 year growth

162%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing $34M in Series B funding indicates strong investor confidence and financial stability.
  • The new manufacturing space in Colorado suggests potential for scaling production and meeting growing demand.
  • The involvement of former Tesla, Rivian, Proterra, and Lucid engineers brings a wealth of expertise in automotive EV development, enhancing product innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The high starting price of $125,000 may limit market adoption to a more affluent segment.
  • As a pioneer in electric RVs, Lightship faces the challenge of educating the market and proving the reliability of their new technology.

What makes Lightship RV unique

  • Lightship RV is the first to introduce all-electric travel trailers in the U.S., setting it apart from traditional RV manufacturers.
  • The integration of solar panels and a self-propulsion system in their L1 travel trailer offers a unique eco-friendly travel experience.
  • The company's focus on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints appeals to environmentally conscious travelers, a niche yet growing market.

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