Systems Engineer, Range Extender Integration & OBD

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.

Job Overview The Systems Engineering team is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to own the integration of our Range Extender (internal combustion engine (ICE), generator and inverter) system into our EV architecture. In this role, you will coordinate the mechanical integration, controls, and regulatory compliance for the Range Extender system. You will not only ensure the engine runs smoothly and charges the high-voltage battery efficiently but also lead the critical pathway to CARB OBD II certification.

You will manage a mix of in-house testing and outsourced engineering partners to ensure our vehicles are legal, reliable, and drivable.

What You Will Do

: Lead the systems integration of the Range Extender into the vehicle chassis and high-voltage architecture. Perform engine and vehicle calibration to balance drivability (NVH), thermal management, fuel efficiency and emissions. Define functional

Requirements

for the range extender operation strategy to maintain HV Battery SOC. Troubleshoot system integration issues between the ICE, Generator, Inverter, and Vehicle Systems. Develop and own the OBD Certification Roadmap to ensure compliance with CARB 1968.

2 and EPA

Define OBD monitor

, P-code logic, freeze frame data, and diagnostic connector specifications. Manage the OBD demonstration vehicle testing cycles. Act as the technical point of contact for external engineering consultancies and testing laboratories (e.

g., emissions dyno labs). Create DVP R (Design Verification Plan and Report) for the range extender system.

Conduct in-vehicle testing and data logging using industry-standard tools.

, emissions standards, and the certification lifecycle. Hands-on experience with calibration and data acquisition tools (e.g.

, Vector CANape, CANalyzer and ETAS INCA). Ability to understand the interaction between thermal, mechanical, electrical and controls systems. Experience with Matlab/Simulink control logic.

Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to

and testing of automotive systems Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a dynamic team environment Key

Who You Are

: Possess a Bachelor's degree or other relevant educational credential. 5+ years of experience in automotive powertrain systems, specifically with internal combustion engines or hybrid architectures. Strong working knowledge of CARB OBD II

Benefits

Cell Phone Stipend Complimentary Meals Stocked Kitchens California Pay Range $120,000 $160,000 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 accommodatio

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