Design Engineer - Specialist - Commercial Vehicles

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Ready to design the future of Commercial Vehicles?

Seeking a Design Engineer or Design Specialist to lead the design, integration, and development of commercial vehicle systems across multiple truck platforms and truck upfitting applications.

This hands-on role is ideal for a technical professional who thrives in system-level design and development, from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Lead CNG, RNG fuel system vehicle integration and custom truck upfitting applications
• Manage project and program planning
• Drive concept , design reviews, and component specification
• Perform CAD design (SolidWorks ), BOM preparation, and engineering analysis
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and material selection
• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Prepare technical documentation and product data packages
• Support mathematical modeling (FEM/FEA )

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• Experience in emissions development, OBDII diagnostics, and powertrain systems
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engines and natural gas systems
• Familiarity with data acquisition, vehicle installation, and test setup
• Experience with government compliance and product certification
• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• experience with ATI, VECTOR, ETAS tools, and CAN network communication
• Understanding of shuttle buses, Ford 450 platform or Chevy Express cutaway

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience (100-120k + bonus)
• Relocation assistance provided
• Medical insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. , Green Card holder, or Canadian with TN Visa)
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the SOCAL/Carson/Torrance, CA metro area

Ready to design the future of clean transportation?
This is a high-impact role with global reach, offering the opportunity to work alongside a team of innovators leading the commercial vehicle fuel systems sector.

Email me your current resume/CV and a few times you are open to chatting this week

Gary Perman

VIP@permantech.com

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