Design of embedded electronics for Proterra battery systems with areas of focus including microcontroller-based systems, sensor interfaces, and communication protocols (e.g., CAN, SPI, I2C). Drive PCB design activities, ensuring optimal layout for signal integrity, thermal management, and compliance with EMC/EMI standards. Work with team lead on the selection of PCB components, considering factors such as performance, reliability, cost, and availability, while ensuring compatibility with the overall system architecture. Work with Systems Team on selection and characterization of HV components for HV electric systems. Work with discipline to maintain process for coordinating electronics testing with outside test houses. Key area of focus will be on building out clear documentation of product specifications. Develop new design concepts for next generation battery designs and architectures. Maintain strong understanding of battery system electronics architecture including the following circuits: CAN, ISO-SPI, HVIL, Precharge, and Contactor Control. Develop hardware designs within budget. Select components and create designs that meet technical requirements while still being cost competitive. This position requires 10% domestic travel and 5% international travel. Hybrid work from home permitted two (2) days a week within a reasonable commuting distance of the Burlingame, CA office.

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SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday

SALARY: $133,162-$162,495/year

LOCATION: Proterra Powered LLC f/k/a Volvo Battery Solutions, LLC, 1815 Rollins Rd., Burlingame, CA 94010

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field and two (2) years of experience as an (all levels) Electrical Engineer or related occupation where required experience gained.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Also requires experience in the following:

• (2) years of experience in embedded electronics.
• (2) years of experience in Low voltage DC electrical systems.
• (2) years of experience in High voltage systems and principles.
• (2) years of experience in Altium or similar PCB Design software tools.
• (2) years of experience in LTSpice.
• (1) year of experience in Lead engineering projects from design phase to production release.
• (1) year of experience in EV embedded systems including BMS and Module Monitoring devices.
• (1) year of experience in Automotive applications – heavy duty or passenger car.

CONTACT: Send resume to Brennen Jones at: bjones@proterra.com and reference title and job location.

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