Staff Mechanical Engineer, Powertrain
Harbinger Motors Inc.· startup· Automotive EV· Sep 30, 2026 · 28d ago
Garden Grove, CA
Hybrid
Full-time
Staff
$145K–$209K est.
10+ years exp
Job description
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 bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation. What You’ll Do:
Lead the design and development of key systems within the powertrain, covering Electric and Internal Combustion.
Break down complex technical challenges into smaller components and support junior engineers in delivering solutions.
Set standards and create best practices for others to follow in technical tasks (FEA, design guidelines, hand calculations etc).
Support the in-service products, leading failure investigations and cost-down exercises.
Work closely with manufacturing and quality to ensure the consistent output of our powertrain products, while supporting production ramp ups, supplier changes etc.
Deliver high quality, independent work.
Take in, process and communicate complex technical information to a wide audience.
Who You Are:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on mechanical design.
A design engineer who has owned multiple powertrain systems from concept through full life in an automotive environment.
Demonstrated experience in working with Electric Drive Units (EDUs) and Internal Combustion (IC) engines,
Deep understanding of powertrain manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in 3D CAD systems (CATIA preferred), FEA (stress analysis, thermal simulations etc) and the design of rotating components.
A clear communicator, who has a proven record of delivering complex projects with multi-disciplinary teams under tight deadline pressure.
Key Benefits & Perks:
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range $170,000 — $200,000 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.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.
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Dental
Vision
401k
Pto
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Wellness