Principal Vehicle Dynamics Engineer

about 1 month ago

Full time role

In-person · Garden Grove, CA, US... more

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial and specialty vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced at acquisition parity to traditional diesel vehicles. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Job Overview

As the Principal Vehicle Dynamics Engineer, you will be a key technical leader within the Vehicle Engineering team, driving the vehicle development, tuning of the chassis systems and validation of the vehicle performance. You will work cross-functionally with systems engineering, body, chassis, powertrain, thermal, and electrical teams to deliver a world-class electric vehicle platform that embodies our core principles of performance, safety, and user experience.

This is a highly strategic, hands-on role where your deep technical knowledge will influence critical decisions shaping our vehicle programs.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as the technical lead for vehicle development of the chassis systems.
Benchmark the performance of other medium duty strip chassis.
Own and drive resolution of complex engineering challenges spanning multiple systems and disciplines.
Define and validate vehicle-level requirements and specifications, NVH, thermal management, and driving dynamics.
Collaborate with design, manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory teams to ensure engineering solutions meet all cross-functional requirements.
Oversee system integration testing, vehicle development builds, and validation campaigns from prototype through production.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a high-performing, collaborative engineering culture.
Stay abreast of emerging vehicle technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to inform future programs.

Who You Are:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in vehicle engineering, preferably with electric vehicles or advanced automotive platforms.
Deep understanding of full-vehicle dynamics.
Proven track record of delivering complex vehicle programs from concept to production.
Expertise in CAD tools (CATIA, NX, or equivalent) and vehicle performance simulation tools.
Strong knowledge of safety, regulatory, and homologation requirements in the automotive industry.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Passion for sustainable mobility and pushing the boundaries of EV technology.

Rev up your career with our electrifying compensation and benefits package! At Harbinger Motors, we understand that your skills, experience, and expertise are as unique as our cutting-edge electric vehicles. That's why we tailor our offers to suit your individual profile, considering your years of experience, specialized knowledge, and market demands.

In addition to a competitive base salary, our perks charge ahead of the competition:

100% Comprehensive Health Coverage: You are covered with top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Accelerate Your Wealth: As an early stage employee, you'll have the opportunity to rev up your financial future with early-stage stock options.
Unleash Your Time: Take control of your work-life balance. Salaried teammates receive flexible PTO and the freedom to celebrate holidays and wellness days as you see fit.
Cruise into Vacations: Enjoy an exciting annual vacation stipend to help you recharge your batteries.
Fuel Your Day: Forget brown bag lunches; we've got you covered with paid lunches and dinners to keep you energized.

These are just a few of our benefits and perks, as we're constantly adjusting and adding more benefits to best serve our teammates. At Harbinger Motors, we don't just offer jobs; we provide the fuel for your career journey. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transportation, where your hard work and dedication are always rewarded.

Get ready to drive your career forward with us!

California Pay Range

$140,000—$180,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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