Electrical Design Release Engineer | The Shyft Group, Inc. | Plymouth, MI

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

Who we are

At we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- , , , , , , , , and . Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do

As the Electrical Design Release Engineer for (a Shyft Group Brand) based at our R&D facility in , you will enjoy partnering cross-functionally and sharing your technical visions and ideas to develop innovative solutions to our clients' problems visually and verbally on a daily basis.

Your day-to-day as Electrical Design Release Engineer will involve testing and troubleshooting electrical systems for Blue Arc's and electrical vehicle products. The work you will accomplish in this role and as you grow your career with the company will be instrumental in shaping the future of how electric fleet vehicles are designed, built, and delivered. This position involves work on projects subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Prior experience or familiarity with ITAR regulations is preferred.

You will also:

• Produce electrical engineering documentation
• Manage your workload to ensure steady progress and timely completion
• Design and Release of modules and subsystems
• Assisting with both the electrical and mechanical aspects of the vehicle
• Work on low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems
• Develop engineering bills of materials that are complete, accurate, and on time
• Process approved engineering change requests
• Develop test requirements and coordinate component and system testing
• Perform analysis of test results and participate in the testing
• Occasionally represent The Shyft Group and Blue Arc at industry and technical forums
• Identify and implement design improvement projects with a focus on reducing cost and improving product performance
• Provide technical support cross-functionally regarding vehicle electrical systems

Learn more about and by exploring the Learn More section below.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering
• Five or more (5+) years of expertise testing Low Voltage Automotive (12V) and High Voltage Battery Systems
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally in support of growing the business
• Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status.

What makes you stand out

• Heavy-duty truck and/or motor vehicle electrical experience
• Familiar with FMVSS requirements
• Strong troubleshooting and testing skills i.e. CAN networks and/or low voltage troubleshooting
• Previous experience working with military projects preferred

Learn More

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The Shyft Group

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Why The Shyft Group?
We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

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