What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group?
Job title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Columbus, IN
Duration: Contract/Full time
WIRING HARNESS, Sensors and actuators ,High-Voltage Engineering,Schematic,J1939,battery,field issue resolution
PREFERRED SKILLS
Creo, Windchill, Power Generation
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution for current product vehicle support
- CAN communication debugging, including SAE J1939 analysis, signal tracing, and network fault isolation
- Wiring harness issues (HV & LV): routing, chafing, shielding, connector integrity, and circuit continuity
- HV and LV junction boxes: failure modes, sealing, busbar integrity, and electrical distribution faults
- Power electronics: inverters, DCDCs, and associated interface/debug challenges
- EMI/EMC investigation and mitigation in vehicle environments
- Electrical distribution system performance and robustness improvements
- DFMEA support with a focus on real-world failure modes and corrective actions
- Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution for current product vehicle support
- Structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent).
Requirements:
- 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineer having experience in Commercial vehicle drive system and Lithium-ion battery systems and associated high-voltage architectures.
- Strong track record of hands-on electrical troubleshooting in automotive or commercial vehicle systems
- Deep understanding of wiring harness design, failure modes, and field diagnostics (HV and LV)
- Experience with CAN tools, data logging, and network-level debugging
- Familiarity with electrical architectures, power distribution, and system integration challenges
- Working knowledge of control hardware, including:
- Sensors and actuators
- Control modules and power electronics
- Diagnostics, fault codes, and signal validation
- Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent)
- Ability to interpret and analyze data to validate hypotheses and confirm fixes
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with ambiguous or incomplete information
Good to have:
- Creo, Schematic,
- CAN tools, data logging, and network-level debugging
- Structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, or equivalent)
Compensation and Benefits:
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:
- Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.
- MetLife – Dental and Vision plan.
- Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).
- 401k with employer match.
- Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid Holidays.
- Employee discounts and perks.
- Gym benefit.