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Staff Electro-Mechanical Engineer

pivotal Palo Alto, CA

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About the role

Responsibilities

Serve as the go-to expert in the design, development, and optimization of the vehicle’s electrical harness and avionics enclosures

Lead the design and integration of the entire vehicle harness, ensuring robust performance, weight efficiency, and adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements

Design and maintain avionics enclosures, focusing on structural integrity, manufacturability, and advanced thermal management solutions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical and mechanical systems seamlessly, ensuring compatibility and reliability across all subsystems

Conduct feasibility studies and detailed analyses, including electrical system performance, thermal modeling, and stress analysis for enclosures

Utilize CAD and simulation tools to create detailed designs, generate manufacturing drawings, and validate system performance

Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing partners to define specifications, source components, and oversee production processes to ensure quality and on-time delivery

Support system-level testing and validation, analyzing test data and implementing design improvements to optimize performance, durability, and safety

Stay current with advancements in electrical and mechanical design, materials, and industry trends, driving continuous innovation within the team

Develop and refine design standards, best practices, and documentation for harness and enclosure development, ensuring efficient processes across the organization

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

5+ years of experience in electrical harness and enclosure design, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry

Proven experience using CATIA is mandatory.

Strong knowledge of electrical systems, thermal management techniques, and materials for enclosures and harnesses

Experience with simulation tools for thermal and structural analysis, such as ANSYS or similar software

Excellent problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions under tight constraints

Attributes aligned with Core Values

Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.

Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.

Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.

Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.

Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.

Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

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