What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Electrical Engineer position at Intramotev?
About Us:
At Intramotev, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the freight industry by liberating tons of freight from congested highways, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing transportation efficiency. We are pioneering the future of rail transportation by deploying cutting-edge autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to transform freight logistics and bring innovation to our rail network. Based in St. Louis, MO, we are committed to promoting industrial revitalization, saving lives, and minimizing the environmental impact of transportation. Join us in shaping the next generation of rail technology, where tradition meets innovation to create faster, greener, and more efficient transportation solutions.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to spearhead the development of advanced autonomous capabilities for our rail vehicle platforms. This role is pivotal in advancing our electrical controllers, battery systems, and electric motor systems. You will lead multi-disciplinary efforts involving algorithms, systems development, and integration, driving innovation from concept through to deployment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead System Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements
- Design & Architecture: Oversee the translation of requirements and system architectures into hardware and functional designs and interface specifications
- Testing & Validation: Direct efforts to test and validate systems to ensure they meet both operational and functional requirements
- Lifecycle Support: Address and resolve issues related to fielded systems, providing comprehensive support throughout the product lifecycle
- Innovation & Research: Stay abreast of technological advancements and recommend potential applications and technology investments to enhance our solutions
Team Dynamics:
- Work within dynamic teams of 3-10 members on diverse projects
- Foster excellent interpersonal and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative environment
- Adapt to evolving project objectives and requirements introduced through prioritized capability enhancements
- Engage in occasional domestic travel for integration, demonstrations, and customer interactions
Why Join Us?
- Career Growth: Develop your career with a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming rail technology
- Innovative Environment: Contribute to groundbreaking projects that bridge the past and future of rail transport
- Impactful Work: Be a key player in creating solutions that promote a more sustainable and efficient rail network
About You:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science
- 4 years of experience with controllers and electrical systems
- Willingness to expand into technical areas beyond your area of expertise; ability to develop innovative and novel approaches
- Open-minded and comfortable working in a teaming environment, as an individual contributor, and as a leader
- Fluent in both written and verbal English
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience in directly applicable industry or projects, such as Rail, Electric Vehicles, or Unmanned Systems
- 9 or more years' related work experience
- Demonstrated experience working across organizational boundaries
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Intramotev is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you're passionate about electrical engineering and eager to lead the charge in autonomous rail technology, we’d love to hear from you!
