First American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer developing aerodynamic, battery-powered trailers for the electric age.

Lightship, the pioneering American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Test for their Embedded Systems team. This role is crucial in their mission to modernize and electrify RVs through cutting-edge electronics and controls development.

The position focuses on designing and implementing automated test infrastructure to validate embedded software and hardware, with particular emphasis on their unique propulsion system. The ideal candidate will develop a comprehensive understanding of system operations and failure modes to ensure high-quality embedded software systems.

Working in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure, you'll be part of a diverse team committed to revolutionizing the RV industry. The role offers competitive compensation including equity and comprehensive benefits, reflecting Lightship's commitment to their team's wellbeing.

Key technical responsibilities include Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring systems meet both functional and safety requirements. The position requires strong expertise in embedded systems, C/C++ programming, and safety-critical systems testing.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer passionate about sustainable transportation and innovative technology. You'll be contributing to transforming a pastime enjoyed by millions of American families while working with cutting-edge electric vehicle technology. The role offers both technical challenges and the chance to make a significant impact in the emerging electric RV market.

Senior Software Engineer in Test position at Lightship, focusing on embedded systems testing for electric RV development with competitive salary and benefits.

Senior Software Engineer in Test - Embedded Systems

Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age.

Lightship is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join their team in developing an all-electric recreational vehicle. The ideal candidate will be comfortable designing, building, and testing control and communication circuitry. This role demands a scrappy and hands-on approach in the program's early stages, with a willingness to evolve as the program moves into production. The Staff Electrical Engineer will provide technical leadership, work closely with the software team, and help accelerate the path to market with an exceptional vehicle that redefines RVing.

Key responsibilities include creating board requirements, electrical component analysis and selection, designing main control and interface circuitry, supporting PCB design, bench testing and validating completed PCBAs, collaborating with the software team, developing and executing test suites, supporting integration testing and supplier management, and providing technical mentorship to a growing team of engineers.

The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience as an electrical design engineer, excellent knowledge of electrical schematics and control circuitry, and proven experience in microprocessor and associated peripheral design. They should also be familiar with communication hardware interfaces, circuit simulation, and PCB layout tools like Altium.

Lightship offers a competitive compensation package, including equity, healthcare benefits, 401k, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and a unique $2,000 annual allowance for an RV trip or professional development. Join Lightship in their mission to modernize and electrify RVs, bringing increased convenience and superior performance to a beloved American pastime.

Staff Electrical Engineer needed for Lightship, an all-electric RV manufacturer, to design and develop control systems for innovative electric trailers.

Staff Electrical Engineer

Lightship, the pioneering American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer, is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team. As the first company developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age, Lightship is at the forefront of modernizing and electrifying RVs. This role demands a highly skilled professional comfortable with designing, building, and testing control and communication circuitry for complex power systems with multiple interfaces.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of experience as an electrical design engineer, along with a strong educational background in Electrical Engineering. You'll be responsible for creating board requirements, designing main control and interface circuitry, and working closely with the software team to verify functionality. Your expertise in microprocessor design, communication hardware interfaces, and circuit simulation will be crucial in developing and executing test suites to ensure performance and reliability.

Lightship offers a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure, valuing integrity, autonomy, and creativity. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that diverse perspectives are key to success. As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor a growing team of engineers, and play a significant role in bringing an exceptional vehicle to market that redefines RVing.

The compensation package includes a competitive salary range of $155,000 - $175,000 per year, plus equity, giving you a stake in the company's success. Lightship also provides comprehensive benefits, including full health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and dependents, 401k, flexible paid time off, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and a unique $2,000 annual allowance for an RV trip or professional development.

Join Lightship in their mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for millions of families who enjoy RVing. This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey in the recreational vehicle industry, applying your electrical engineering expertise to shape the future of sustainable travel and adventure.

Join Lightship as a Staff Electrical Engineer, designing innovative electric RV systems. 10+ years experience required. Competitive salary + equity.

Lightship is pioneering the development of aerodynamic, battery-powered trailers for the electric age. As a Staff Engineer in Vehicle Geometric Integration, you'll play a crucial role in reimagining recreational vehicle design for the modern era. You'll apply creative thinking and engineering rigor to create efficient, safe, and manufacturable vehicles. Key responsibilities include conducting CAD packaging studies, coordinating with engineering and design teams, and ensuring adherence to vehicle geometrical constraints. You'll also track and report on geometric integration metrics at the vehicle program level. This role requires a strong background in complete vehicle engineering, proficiency in 3D CAD systems (preferably Catia 3DX), and a collaborative mindset. Lightship offers a dynamic startup environment, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of electric recreational vehicles. Join us in revolutionizing the RV industry and creating lasting impact for generations of users.

Staff Engineer for Vehicle Geometric Integration at Lightship, pioneering all-electric recreational vehicles.

Staff Engineer - Vehicle Geometric Integration

Lightship is pioneering the future of RVing with their all-electric recreational vehicles. As a Staff Design/Release Engineer in the Power Systems team, you'll play a crucial role in developing cutting-edge vehicle design and manufacturing. Your responsibilities include creating and owning requirements documents for power systems modules, collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless integration, and making key architectural decisions. You'll work on components like on-board chargers, DC-DC converters, and electric drive units, ensuring they meet all functional, product, and technical requirements. This role demands a strong background in electric vehicle HV systems and the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines. Join Lightship to redefine RVing and contribute to the electric transportation ecosystem.

Lightship offers a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure, valuing integrity, autonomy, and creativity. They are committed to diversity and offer comprehensive benefits, including full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and dependents. Additional perks include a 401k, flexible paid time off, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and an annual $2,000 allowance for an RV trip or professional development.

If you're passionate about electric vehicles, have strong technical skills, and want to be part of revolutionizing the RV industry, this role at Lightship offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Join Lightship as a Staff Design/Release Engineer to develop cutting-edge electric RVs and shape the future of sustainable travel.

Staff Design/Release Engineer

Lightship, the pioneering American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team. As they develop aerodynamic, battery-powered trailers for the electric age, they need a skilled professional to design and implement control and communication circuitry.

The ideal candidate will have a BS or higher in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience as an electrical design engineer. You'll be responsible for electrical component analysis, designing control circuitry, working on PCBs, and collaborating closely with the software team. Your expertise in microprocessor design, hardware interfaces, and circuit simulation will be crucial.

Lightship offers a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure, valuing integrity, autonomy, and creativity. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that diverse perspectives are key to their success. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including full health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, flexible PTO, parental leave, and even an annual stipend for RV trips or professional development.

This hybrid role, based in South San Francisco, CA, offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, plus equity in the company. You'll be part of a mission to modernize and electrify RVs, working on complex systems with multiple interfaces. If you're scrappy, hands-on, and eager to evolve with a program from its early stages to production, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the future of recreational vehicles.

Join Lightship as an Electrical Engineer, designing control circuitry for innovative electric RVs. 3+ years experience, BS in EE required. $120-150k + equity.

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First American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer developing aerodynamic, battery-powered trailers for the electric age.