EV Charging Systems engineer

Electrical Engineer 4 / EV Charging systems engineer - (83050-1)
Chillicothe, IL
12 months

Job Description:

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:
- Work with product support team to help with troubleshooting field issues;
- Work with electrician for charger rework
- Perform End of Line test on chargers
- Update design and components selection as needed (compliance, functions , etc.)

Reason/motivation for request:
- Backfill

Why Client? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”

Why this Role?
- Exciting cut edge work on electrification
- Fast paced work environment
- Work ownership
- Nurturing environment for professional growth (mentored with Senior/Chief engineer and SMEs)

Typical task breakdown:
- Work with control team on charger field issue resolution
- Review telematics data of charger fleet
- Draft test plan on additional feature and new charger validation
- Make design changes as needed and oversee drawing releases

Interaction with team:
- Control team
- Validation team
- Cooling team

Team Structure
- Chief Engineer -> Tech Lead -> Charging Engineer

Work environment:
- Office and Lab , Occasionally may travel to Tucson Proving Ground or Field for support
- Will need PPE gear
- It fluctuates. But office work can be 25%-75% the rest is lab.

Education & Experience Required:
- Years of experience: BS with 8 years work, or MS with 4 years of work
- Degree requirement: BS
- Open to 2 year degree with 10+ years of experience
- Do you accept internships as job experience: yes
- Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Charging System Engineer

Top 3 Skills
- Hands-on experience with converter/inverter prototyping, test benches, and debugging.
- Experience with standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO) for power electronics systems.
- Strong understanding of DC-DC converters, AC-DC inverters, magnetics, and control algorithms.

Additional Technical Skills
(Required)
- Proficiency in using lab instruments and data acquisition tools.

(Desired)
- Experience with automated test systems.
- Understanding of EMI/EMC testing, thermal design, and environmental validation.
- Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller-based converter control.

Soft Skills
Required:
- Strong Communication Skills – Ability to clearly convey technical concepts to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Skilled at diagnosing complex system issues and proposing effective solutions.
- Collaboration & Teamwork – Comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
- Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in design reviews, documentation, and compliance with standards.
- Adaptability – Can manage changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced development environment.

Desired:
- Leadership & Mentoring – Experience guiding junior engineers or leading small technical teams.
- Conflict Resolution – Ability to navigate differing viewpoints and drive consensus.
- Project Management Awareness – Understanding timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
- Customer-Focused Mindset – Ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.
- Continuous Learning – Proactive in staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Disqualifiers/Red Flags/Overqualifications:
Disqualifiers
- Lack of Core Technical Experience – No hands-on experience with EV charging systems, power electronics, or high-voltage architecture.
- Poor Communication Skills – Inability to clearly articulate technical concepts or collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Limited Problem-Solving Ability – Struggles with diagnosing complex system issues or lacks analytical thinking.
- Unwillingness to Work in Team Environment – Preference for isolated work or resistance to collaboration.
- Inflexibility – Difficulty adapting to changing priorities or fast-paced development cycles.

Red Flags
- Frequent Job Changes Without Clear Progression – Indicates potential lack of commitment or instability.
- Overemphasis on Non-Relevant Experience – Focused on unrelated domains (e.g., only low-voltage consumer electronics).
- Negative Attitude Toward Standards & Compliance – Resistance to following safety and regulatory requirements.
- Poor Documentation Habits – History of incomplete or inaccurate technical documentation.

Overqualifications
- Extensive Management Background – Candidate primarily interested in leadership roles rather than hands-on engineering.
- Senior-Level Expertise in Unrelated Fields – Highly specialized in areas not aligned with EV charging systems.
- Expectation of Strategic Decision-Making Role – Looking for responsibilities beyond technical execution and design.

Prashanth Mogusani

Sr. Recruiter

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Harvey Nash

US & Canada Market

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