Sr DRE, Electrical Systems Packaging

**Aptera Motors**

is dedicated to building a future where every journey is powered by the sun. We specialize in creating solar electric vehicles that revolutionize the way we travel, providing sustainable and efficient transportation solutions.

**Company Culture**

is built on transparency, ethical treatment of one another, a bias for action, and leading by example.

**Sr Engineer, Mechanical Design – High Voltage EV Systems**

Carlsbad, California | Engineering | Full-time

**About the role**

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in packaging high-voltage systems (400 V – 800 V) for electric vehicles. This role focuses on designing compact, reliable, and safe enclosures and packaging for circuit board assemblies, busbars, harnesses, and high-voltage components. You’ll work closely with electrical and systems engineers to ensure that mechanical packaging solutions meet demanding electrical, thermal, and safety requirements.

**What you'll do**

• Package **high-voltage (400–800 V) automotive systems** , including circuit board assemblies, busbars, harnesses, and power distribution units.

• Develop dense, compact layouts that optimize **thermal performance, dielectric strength, clearances/creepage, and long-term reliability**.

• Apply a working knowledge of **dielectric properties of materials, thermal management, and material creep** to ensure safe, durable designs.

• Collaborate with electrical engineers on **component placement, routing, and packaging trade-offs**.

• Incorporate **EMI/EMC mitigation strategies** into packaging solutions.

• Produce detailed **3D CAD models and 2D drawings** (CATIA preferred; willingness to learn required).

• Support harness routing and packaging using **Arcadia** (or learn quickly on the job).

• Participate in design reviews and work closely with suppliers to ensure manufacturable solutions.

• Hands on assembly of the designs for proving out design and creating work instructions.

**Qualifications**

• Proven track record in packaging **400–800 V EV components** (circuit board assemblies, busbars, harnesses, distribution units).

• Read and understand system schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Proficiency in **3D CAD tools** (CATIA preferred) with ability to deliver production-ready models and drawings.

• Familiarity with **EMI/EMC design considerations** in packaging.

• Bonus: Experience with **Arcadia** harness design tool.

**Team Structure**

• Individual contributor; collaborate with other teams and individuals, as necessary

**Required Experience**

• 5+ years of experience in **mechanical packaging of high-voltage systems** for automotive or related industries

**Educational Requirements**

• **Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering** or related field

**Salary + Benefits**

• Market competitive compensation package
• Stock option grants
• Fully funded benefits package for employee + dependents
• Generous Flexible Time Away policy