Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Systems Engineer – Product Development

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC)

Newnan, GA — On‑site | Full Time

Top Skills (LinkedIn‑Optimized)

Electrical Engineering • 3D CAD (Solid Modeling) • PCB Design • Electrical Diagnostics • Wiring Harness Design • Embedded Systems • Control Logic • BOM Management • Prototype Development • Supplier Management • Electromagnetic Systems • Sensors & Image Processing • Radio Wave Technology • Troubleshooting • Cross‑Functional Collaboration

About the Role

Yamaha’s Product Development team is building the next generation of fresh tech for Yamaha vehicles. This role focuses on designing, validating, and improving electrical systems, components, and software that elevate performance, reliability, and user experience.

What You’ll Work On (Skills‑Driven Breakdown)

Electrical & Electronic System Design

• Create 3D/2D CAD models for electrical components and systems
• Develop and refine electrical harnesses, PCB layouts, and system logic
• Apply principles of electromagnetic waves, sensors, image processing, and radio wave technologies

Testing, Diagnostics & Validation

• Use electrical diagnostic equipment to evaluate system performance
• Troubleshoot prototype issues and drive corrective actions independently
• Verify control system logic and test items based on engineering principles

Technical Project Execution

• Build and manage BOM structures for electrical systems
• Order and track prototype samples aligned with project schedules
• Support validation, cost‑reduction initiatives, and manufacturability improvements

Cross‑Functional & Supplier Collaboration

• Communicate with internal teams to ensure system performance meets expectations
• Manage development work performed by external suppliers to Yamaha standards
• Coordinate directly with vendors on prototype and production issues

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Propose new electrical systems, components, and software to enhance Yamaha vehicle functionality and marketability

What You Bring

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Extensive experience with 3D solid CAD systems
• Deep knowledge of PCB design, testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of control systems, logic design, and verification
• Expertise in electrical harness creation/modification
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve technical issues

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience in electrical system development

Equal Opportunity Statement

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.