Mechatronics Design Engineering

Inside the Role

Mechatronics is responsible for wiring and controls for all electrical systems for both current product engineering and new product development for Freightliner Custom Chassis products.

This position will be responsible for the execution of designs, documentation and support of the different vehicle development stages of Mechatronics vehicle system designs such as wiring, power generation and distribution, vehicle and driver controls, instrumentation, powertrain, ABS and vehicle stability systems, safety systems for custom and vocational applications of Freightliner Custom Chassis products.

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 - $91,000 USD. Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non‑elective company contribution of 3‑7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program;

comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short‑term and long‑term disability plans.

• Support packaging activities of electric and electronic components such as ECUs, sensors, wiring harnesses and power cables, according to the packaging requirements supplied by senior team members.
• Create wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and electrical harness drawings for all vehicle systems.
• Support the creation of hardware, software and feature specifications for electronic components mounted on the chassis.
• Creation and maintenance of bill of materials (BOMs).
• Creation of electrical harness drawings, heavy cables and installation drawings for all Mechatronics subsystems.
• Support the creation of test plans, execution of tests and review of test results.
• Support construction of test vehicles and pre‑production units.
• Address production & field issues with swift and thorough corrective actions including both long‑term and short‑term initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree with focus in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics Engineering or a related engineering field from an accredited college/university required with 1 year of experience (preferred) of relevant experience or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills, including cross‑functional collaboration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks with the highest level of ethics while having a proven track record of developing strong working relationships with fellow employees.

• Experience managing projects and using project management tools.
• Working knowledge of NX (3D harness and power cable routing and clipping) or similar CAD design software.
• Working knowledge of CHS (Capital Logic and Capital Harness XC).
• Experience designing automotive electrical wiring harnesses and/or power distribution cables and components.
• Experience designing brackets for electrical component mounting and harness/cable routing and clipping brackets including stress analysis (FEA).
• Working knowledge of DTNA Documentation systems.
• Understanding of engineering processes & downstream impacts.

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s) – Gaffney, SC, US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Onsite

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Final candidate may…