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Applications Engineer

Job in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County, California, 91382, USA
Listing for: Motive Workforce
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Applications Engineer – Wiring & Systems

Location: Santa Clarita, CA

Comp: $90,000–$120,000 (weekly flat rate)

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

About the role

We’re hiring an Applications Engineer – Wiring & Systems to own wiring applications across power unit, dyno, and vehicle environments in high-performance motorsports. You’ll design, prototype, install, and support complex looms and harnesses for hybrid and BEV platforms
, working across 12V to 1000V systems with strict high-voltage safety requirements.

What you’ll do
  • Design and layout complete vehicle harnesses for hybrid/BEV platforms
  • Translate system I/O requirements into wiring architecture and harness layouts
  • Build and validate prototype harnesses/looms
  • Develop test equipment harnessing for dynamo meters and lab systems
  • Support HV/LV testing for e-machines and energy storage systems
  • Troubleshoot loom/harness faults and improve reliability
Applications, installation & component sourcing
  • Install and maintain wiring systems up to 1000V
  • Select/source connectors, wire, shielding, conduit, and protective materials
  • Support integration for inverters, DC-DC converters, ECUs, loggers, displays, and HV safety systems
Cross-functional support
  • Partner with dyno and trackside engineering teams during build, test, and operations
  • Support internal departments with wiring needs across power unit and vehicle programs
What we’re looking for
  • 5+ years designing vehicle harnesses and wiring systems
  • Strong experience with motor sport loom design/layout/installation
    , including HV systems (60V+)
  • Hands‑on capability with mil‑spec wiring standards and harness production tools
  • Solid understanding of automotive electrical architecture: ignition systems, ECUs, and vehicle electronics
  • Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and project ownership skills
  • Able to read/interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings accurately
  • Comfortable with PC‑based documentation tools and engineering workflows
  • Leadership ability (mentoring, task coordination, or team lead experience)
Nice to have
  • Hybrid/BEV integration experience in motorsports or high‑performance vehicle programs
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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