Electrical Engineer in Columbus

Job Description

Job title: Electrical Engineer

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Location: Columbus, IN

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Duration: Contract/Full time

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WIRING HARNESS, Sensors and actuators ,High-Voltage Engineering,Schematic,J1939,battery,field issue resolution

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SKILLS

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Creo, Windchill, Power

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JOB DESCRIPTION

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Responsibilities:

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• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution for current product vehicle support

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• CAN communication debugging, including SAE J1939 analysis, signal tracing, and network fault isolation

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• Wiring harness issues (HV & LV): routing, chafing, shielding, connector integrity, and circuit continuity

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• HV and LV junction boxes: failure modes, sealing, busbar integrity, and electrical distribution faults

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• Power electronics: inverters, DCDCs, and associated interface/debug challenges

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• EMI/EMC investigation and mitigation in vehicle environments

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• Electrical distribution system performance and robustness improvements

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• DFMEA support with a focus on real-world failure modes and corrective actions

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• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution for current product vehicle support

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• Structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent).

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Requirements:

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• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineer having experience in Commercial vehicle drive system and Lithium-ion battery systems and associated high-voltage architectures.

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• Strong track record of hands-on electrical troubleshooting in automotive or commercial vehicle systems

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• Deep understanding of wiring harness design, failure modes, and field diagnostics (HV and LV)

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• Experience with CAN tools, data logging, and network-level debugging

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• Familiarity with electrical architectures, power distribution, and system integration challenges

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• Working knowledge of control hardware, including:

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• Sensors and actuators

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• Control modules and power electronics

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• Diagnostics, fault codes, and signal validation

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• Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent)

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• Ability to interpret and analyze data to validate hypotheses and confirm fixes

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• Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with ambiguous or incomplete information

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Good to have:

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• Creo, Schematic,

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• CAN tools, data logging, and network-level debugging

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• Structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent)

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Compensation and Benefits:

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Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

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• Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.

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• MetLife – Dental and Vision plan.

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• Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).

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• 401k with employer match.

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• Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term insurance.

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• Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.

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• Employee Assistance Program.

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• Paid Holidays.

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• Employee discounts and perks.

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• Gym benefit.

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