Electrical Engineer – Charging System Engineer – Dachuan YuCaterpillar – Mossville, IL – Building AC Onsite – Primarily based near lab facilities, with up to 25% travel to Tucson Proving Ground and select customer sites.Pays 59c2cManager contact – can sell in directlyCloses FridayPosition Overview:This role is a Charging System Engineer to support battery electric machine (BEM) systems. This role emphasizes system-level engineering, focusing on validation, integration, and issue resolution of current charger designs, with future opportunities in new charger development. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in electrical systems, power conversion, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Responsibilities:System Familiarization & TroubleshootingRapidly gain expertise in the current charging system design.Diagnose and resolve charger integration issues with BEMs.Support validation activities, including FMEA-based testing.Assist with lab-based charger testing and machine integration at field sites.System-Level EngineeringWork with high-voltage AC (up to 690V) and DC (up to 1500V) systems.Integrate systems involving chargers, switchgear, receptacle boxes, and utility infrastructure.Collaborate with mechanical, software, and machine engineering teams.Future DevelopmentContribute to defining requirements and designs for new charger products.Participate in R&D initiatives related to EV charging and electrification systems.Required Qualifications:EducationBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of experience, orMaster's degree with 5+ years of experience, orPhD with relevant experience considered.Technical Skills• Hands-on experience with charging products or converter/inverter products testing and debugging.
• Strong understanding of power converters such as DC-DC converters, AC-DC inverters • Proficiency in using lab instruments and data acquisition tools. • Experience with standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO) for charging systems.**HIL/SIL candidates without hands-on lab experience will likely not work for this rolePreferred Qualifications:• Experience with automated test systems. • Understanding of EMI/EMC testing, thermal design, and environmental validation.
• Working experience with CANape and charging system