Manager of Power Systems Design Engineering at Lightship RV

Broomfield, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Electric Vehicles, Renewable EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Serve as people manager and hands-on technical lead for multiple power systems sub-systems and 1-3 design engineers
High degree of integrity, autonomy, and creativity (implied from company culture)
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure
Willingness to support prototype and production builds in Broomfield, CO factory (10-15% of time, depending on development phase)

Responsibilities

Work with Product and Design teams to develop high-level product requirements and create lower-level engineering requirements for sub-systems (solar array, custom power systems junction boxes, lighting, OTS devices, propulsion systems, thermal systems hardware) in collaboration with systems, controls/software, and vehicle engineering teams
Review regulatory requirements and ensure all components meet them
Work with supply chain and finance teams to ensure sub-systems meet cost targets
Perform Design Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to identify reliability and safety issues, create design fixes, and drive test plans
Create timelines and schedules for sub-system development and align with program team milestones
Create detailed CAD and drawings of custom components; collaborate with CAD/PLM team to resolve packaging issues and release parts
Select off-the-shelf (OTS) components meeting functional, durability, cost, and quality needs
Create tolerance stack analyses and apply GD&T controls to 3D geometries
Hold design reviews with cross-functional teams
Host core team meetings to advance work and collaborate cross-functionally
Work with supply chain to select suppliers and perform detailed design for manufacturing (DFM) analysis
Create design validation plans (DVPs) with test engineering team
Perform necessary analyses (thermal, structural, etc.) to reduce design failure risks and meet performance targets
Build functional prototypes for early de-risking
Perform engineering validation (EV) testing of sub-systems for performance and safety characterization
Troubleshoot issues from highly accelerated life testing (HALT) and vehicle-level tests with test engineering team
Create work instructions with production operations teams and perform design for assembly (DFA) analysis
Perform first article inspections of supplier components and triage quality issues with in-house quality engineering
Support prototype and production builds in Broomfield, CO factory (10-15% of time)
Support field service engineering for customer and marketing vehicles
Be the technical lead for electrical hardware engineering
Manage team (people management for 1-3 design engineers)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Power Systems DesignSolar ArraysPrototypingDFMEARegulatory ComplianceRequirements EngineeringThermal SystemsPropulsion SystemsJunction BoxesLighting Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key technical skills are required for the Manager of Power Systems Design Engineering role?

Key skills include creating detailed CAD and drawings, performing Design Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), tolerance stack analyses, GD&T controls, and design for manufacturing (DFM) analysis.

What is the company culture like at Lightship?

Lightship operates in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure, expecting high integrity, autonomy, and creativity from team members, and is committed to hiring diverse talent.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate will have experience as a hands-on technical lead managing 1-3 design engineers, developing power systems sub-systems like solar arrays and propulsion systems, and collaborating across cross-functional teams.

Lightship RV

Produces all-electric recreational travel trailers

About Lightship RV

Lightship RV is focused on creating all-electric recreational vehicles, specifically electric travel trailers. Their main product, the Aero Electric L1 travel trailer, is designed to offer a sustainable travel experience, featuring integrated solar panels and an all-electric system. This product allows travelers to explore the outdoors while minimizing their carbon footprint. Lightship RV targets environmentally conscious travelers, including both electric vehicle owners and those looking to switch to more sustainable travel options. Unlike traditional RV manufacturers, Lightship RV emphasizes eco-friendliness and sustainability in their designs. The company's goal is to provide a unique travel experience that combines the freedom of road trips with a commitment to the environment.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$55.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Risks

High starting price of $125,000 may limit broader market appeal.

Production delays until late 2024 could hinder market momentum.

Increased competition from established RV manufacturers entering the electric RV market.

Differentiation

Lightship RV offers the first all-electric travel trailers in the U.S. market.

The L1 travel trailer features integrated solar panels and a self-propulsion system.

Founded by Tesla alumni, Lightship leverages extensive EV development experience.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable travel boosts interest in electric RVs like Lightship's.

Advancements in battery tech enhance off-grid capabilities, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

The rise of remote work increases demand for flexible travel solutions like Lightship's RVs.

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