Manager, Electrical Architecture & Power Distribution

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Manager, Electrical Architecture & Power Distribution will lead the development and execution of electrical hardware architecture and integration, including vehicle wire harnesses and low voltage distribution centers.  In addition, this position will also maintain electrical test properties, manage budgets, ensure safety, and drive efficiency in the distribution of electrical power.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Lead the development of electrical hardware and power distribution architecture, aligning the electrical architecture with the overall architecture of the vehicle.

• As the complete vehicle E/E architecture SME, analyze future electrical architecture trends and develop technology roadmaps and product concepts to ensure E/E architecture is “future proof” and allows for a 20% increase in functionality.

• Collaborate with suppliers to design, develop, and integrate ECUs into vehicle electrical architecture, ensuring the vehicle harnesses meet all timing, quality, and cost requirements.

• Support field warranty and quality investigations, leading root cause analysis and identifying optimal solutions.

• Provide regular communications on project status, risks, quality of hardware status, requirements vs test metrics/traceability and resources related issues to project stakeholders and management

• Establish and maintain BOM for Electrical harnesses and power distribution centers.

• Mentor team members and promote continuous learning and development.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field is required.  Master's degree is preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in electrical architecture design, development, and execution in the automotive industry.

• 5+ years of experience working with low voltage (LV) electrical power distribution.

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role in automotive engineering.

• Experience leading a highly technical team and capability to provide technical direction in terms of strategy and execution, aligning with strategic plans and initiatives.

• Track record of engaging with suppliers and engineering teams, and developing trusted relationships, influencing them through electrical architecture and technology.

• Track record of meeting deliverables on-time and on-specification.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced automotive development environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%).

• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at

slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.