# Powertrain Test Engineer at Harbinger

- Company: Harbinger
- What the company does: Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs. Backed by ArcTern Ventures.
- Company website: https://harbingermotors.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Garden Grove, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-06
- Apply by: 2026-11-20
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/harbingermotors/jobs/5259135007?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/harbinger-powertrain-test-engineer/

## About the role

Based out of our Garden Grove headquarters, the Powertrain Test Engineer is responsible for execution of system level Powertrain testing as part of Harbinger’s development and validation process. They will collaborate closely with fellow test engineers to execute comprehensive system-level testing, drive innovation in our test facility capabilities, and partner with stakeholders to develop robust testing methodologies. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Deep understanding of dynamometer operating principles from a system level, with the ability to conceptualize, design, and specify comprehensive test cell layouts for high-voltage EV powertrains
- Fundamental understanding of the working principles of electric motors and inverters
- Strong ability to rapidly troubleshoot issues and solve problems related to mechanical, electrical, and software systems in a test lab environment
- Hands-on experience with mechanical hand tools and electronics test equipment such as power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscope, power analyzers, data acquisition and measurement sensors
- Knowledge of the communications protocols of and ability to use drivers for NI-XNET (CAN and LIN) and NI-VISA Serial (RS232, RS485) and TCP/IP (Modbus, SCPI, FTP and TCP/IP)

Tags: Powertrain

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