Job Description

Job Summary

We are expanding our product development team and need electrical systems and component design engineers to fuel the next generation of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles and Products. In this position, you will be a ready to serve as resource across all Embedded Control Units (ECU) development teams guiding software development and specifying ECU communications.

Job Responsibilities

•    Define communication between H-D ECUs based on system needs and engineering requests.  Deliver Vector CAN database dbc files and LIN database ldf files.
•    Define diagnostic services and DTCs for all H-D ECUs based on component needs and engineering requests.  Deliver Vector Diagnostic Database CDD files.
•    Work within project schedules to release updates.
•    Support development of off-vehicle communication interfaces (USB, Bluetooth, WiFi, Cellular).
•    Partner with design engineers to develop ECU reflash strategies.
•    Influence H-D software and communication architecture. 
•    Support integration, testing, and troubleshooting of ECUs against the requirements in the communication databases and system architecture design specifications.
•    Lead the electrical team’s responsibility to develop manufacturing and service tools to configure vehicles and diagnose issues.
•    Mentor H-D’s and supplier’s engineers around the above activities.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required

Education Specifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field. A Master’s Degree is desired. 

Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience. In addition, you will have demonstrated the following hands-on skills: 
General 
•    Experience with CAN based systems.
•    Understanding of engine and chassis control systems which utilize CAN communications.
•    Experience or familiarity with wireless communication including Bluetooth, WiFi, and cellular.
•    Understanding of embedded software reflash strategies.
•    Ability to communicate technical subjects in a clear, concise manner to multiple levels of the organization.
•    Experience with programming, preferably CAPL or C.
•    Understanding of cybersecurity best practices is a plus. 
Communication/Tools
•    Hands-on experience with Vector software development tool chain including CANdela, CANdb++ CANbedded, GENy etc.
•    Hands-on testing with CAN/LIN tools (preferably Vector) and general electrical lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
•    Development of high-speed embedded communication drivers.
•    Automotive high-speed communication buses especially CAN based on ISO 11898. 
•    Automotive on-board diagnostics based on relevant standards such as SAEJ2012, ISO15765, and ISO14429.
•    Experience with requirements tools (e.g. Helix ALM, DOORS, JAMA).

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No 
Travel Required: 0 - 10% 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship 
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance