Senior Manager of Body 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, Recreational VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
10+ years of experience with production-level vehicle body design
5+ years in a leadership position
5+ years utilizing CATIA to design vehicle structures
3+ years experience collaborating closely with Industrial Design teams to deliver class A vehicle body designs
Highly organized: ability to plan and track progress for a large number of subcomponents through design, release, production and revision
Collaborative mindset, dedication to excellence and completeness, clear communication style
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within a startup or other small company environment
Strong CATIA 3DX user
Significant automotive body design leadership experience including dimensional control, sealing, fit & finish
Experience applying lightweighting techniques, materials and processes to vehicle structures
Experience with achieving aggressive aerodynamic targets on vehicle structures

Responsibilities

Lead the body engineering team to design a bonded aluminum support structure and composite cosmetic exterior panels for a unique electric RV
Collaborate with other Lightship engineering teams to ensure proper mechanical integration of their content, especially closures, glazing, high and low voltage electrical systems, interior systems
Work with internal and external partners to optimize the body structure and exterior panels to meet targets for structure, cost, mass, manufacturing and assembly, dimensional and cosmetic quality
Support selection of suppliers and work closely with the chosen supplier to manage delivered part quality and delivery timing
Develop and perform component and system level testing as needed to validate your designs
Support the manufacturing team in the assembly of the body structure in-house

Skills

Body Engineering

Aluminum Structures

Composite Panels

CAD

FEA

Structural Analysis

Manufacturing Processes

Supplier Management

Team Leadership

Mechanical Integration

RV Design

Electrification

Closures

Glazing

Electrical Systems

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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