Lead Electrical Engineer - Marine EV Powertrain

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Lead Electrical Engineer – Marine EV Systems
Location: Alameda, CA (Onsite)
Compensation: $150,000–$200,000
Relocation Assistance: Negotiable

House Pillarum partners with top-tier engineering firms, shaping the future through cutting-edge design, software, and manufacturing. On behalf of a dynamic California startup, we're seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to help drive innovative product development and lead technical Execution from concept to launch.

Bring your expertise, creativity, and leadership to a team where your impact will be felt from day one.

About the Company
Would you like to work for a company that is revolutionizing the maritime industry with cutting-edge electric hydrofoil boats that combine Silicon Valley innovation with aerospace engineering?

Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to design, integrate, and maintain electrical systems for our advanced electric boats. This role requires experience with high-voltage EV systems, marine environments, and strong collaboration with mechanical and production teams. You will play a critical role in ensuring our vessels meet performance, safety, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for marine EV applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system architecture, wiring harness design, and component selection

• Conduct electrical testing, troubleshooting, and validation during production and prototyping phases

• Ensure compliance with ABYC, USCG, and other relevant marine/electrical standards

• Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation for manufacturing and service teams

• Support field operations and resolve issues in real time during testing and customer delivery

• Identify and implement improvements to electrical design and build processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 8+ years of experience with high-voltage EV systems, preferably in automotive, marine, or aerospace sectors

• Strong understanding of power distribution, battery systems, and marine electrical integration

• Ability to read and create wiring diagrams and schematics

• Excellent troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience in an assembly/manufacturing environment

Follows SOPs and takes pride in clean, efficient work

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000–$200,000 annual salary

• Full health, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan

• PTO, holidays, and team events

• Relocation assistance for exceptional candidates (up to $5K)