Staff Design Release Engineer (DRE), Charging

The Company:

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.

Faraday X (FX) is Faraday Future's initiative to promote advanced intelligent electric vehicles (AIEVs) in the U.S. market through strategic partnerships, an open-source approach, and a commitment to making luxury EVs accessible to the mass market. This initiative embraces an "Open-Source, Open-Platform, User-Definition, Co-Creation, and Sharing" philosophy, aiming to develop high-performance vehicles that seamlessly blend luxury with affordability. By leveraging FF's existing technology and expertise, Faraday X fosters close collaboration within the global supply chain to create cost-effective B-AIEV and RE-AIEV products.

Your Role:  

As a Staff Design Release Engineer (DRE) – Charging Systems, you will serve as the technical leader for the development, integration, and launch of vehicle charging systems and components. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of critical high-voltage charging hardware and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define requirements, drive supplier development, and ensure robust design execution that meets functional, timing, and quality targets. Your deep technical expertise and leadership will guide both internal teams and external suppliers in delivering industry-leading EV charging performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Ownership: Lead the design and release of charging hardware systems including:
  • AC/DC charge inlets (CCS, NACS, J1772, etc.)
  • On-board charger (OBC)
  • High Voltage Schematics and Architecture
  • High-voltage wiring, connectors, and sealing solutions
  • Wireless and bi-directional charging (if applicable)
  • Private charging solution
• System Architecture Integration: Define system-level charging strategies and interfaces with power electronics, battery management systems (BMS), and vehicle control units.
• Requirements Management: Develop and manage technical specifications, system requirements and interface documents in alignment with global regulatory and internal performance standards (e.g., SAE J3400, ISO 15118, UL, IEC).
• Supplier Engagement: Serve as the lead technical contact for Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers from sourcing through launch. Drive detailed design reviews, issue tracking, and performance validation.
• Validation & Testing: Author and execute DVP&R plans. Coordinate lab and vehicle-level testing for AC/DC charging, thermal performance, EMI/EMC, and environmental durability.
• Launch Readiness: Support manufacturing teams during prototype, pilot, and production build phases including PPAP, design for manufacturability (DFM), and issue resolution.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, review peer designs, and support organizational best practices in engineering rigor and cross-functional communication.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of experience in automotive or EV systems, including significant ownership of high-voltage hardware or charging systems.
• Proven success in delivering complex electro-mechanical systems from concept to production.
• Deep knowledge of charging protocols (SAE J3400, SAE J1772, CCS, ISO 15118, V2G, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with CAD (CATIA, NX, or similar), DFMEA, DVP&R, and ECAD tools.
• Experience working with APQP, PPAP, and automotive quality processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with global homologation and compliance standards (e.g., CE, UL, FCC, EMC).
• Knowledge of thermal and EMI design practices in high-voltage systems.
• Experience in V2X (Vehicle-to-Grid, Vehicle-to-Load), wireless charging, or fast charging technologies.
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, and diagnostic protocols (UDS, DoIP).
• Technical program management experience or a track record of influencing platform decisions.
• Mandarin speaking is preferred, as the role requires frequent collaboration with colleagues and suppliers based in China.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.

Annual Salary Range:

($130K- $165K DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans

 Perks + Benefits

• Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
• 401(k) options
• Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
• Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere

Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.