Connected Solutions Staff Engineer

Job DetailsJob Location: Houston - HOUSTON, TX 77043Salary Range: $107,000.00 - $160,000.00 SalaryJob Category: EngineeringAbout Us:

Logisnext Americas Inc. has supported customers for more than 100 years as a technology-driven forklift manufacturer. In addition to being a forklift manufacturer, we are also a total solutions provider offering scalable products and services from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support.

About the role:

Serve as the technical and strategic owner for emerging technology systems within our forklift portfolio. This role blends deep technical execution—integrating telematics, LiDAR, AI camera systems, and Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) —with product management responsibilities. You will not only manage the "release" (BOM, CAD, and validation) but also the product roadmap, supplier strategy, and cross-functional alignment to ensure our connected solutions meet market demands and long-term business goals. You will develop detailed electrical schematics, analyze system test data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. You will also develop new verification methods and work with forklifts, as well as with hardware-in-the-loop, model-in-the-loop, and other advanced testing methodologies to validate our new systems.

What you will do:

Product Lifecycle & Strategy: Define the product vision, roadmap, and technical specifications for connected solutions components you own. Manage the end-to-end "Release" process, including wiring harnesses, detailed electrical schematics, Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, and production readiness while adhering to industry standards.
System Integration & Architecture: Lead the integration of telematics, LiDAR, AI cameras, and/or UWB. Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for how these advanced sensors interact with the forklift’s core control systems.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical point of contact for tier-1 suppliers. Conduct technical reviews, manage RFQs (Request for Quotes), and ensure supplier hardware meets quality and cost targets.
Advanced Validation & Compliance: Lead system-level validation (HIL/SIL). Support prototype build activities, including assembly, integration, and validation of electrical and sensing hardware to meet performance requirements, regulatory standards, and safety certifications.
Current Product Management: Track, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical system issues, implementing corrective actions to improve system efficiency and robustness.
Mentorship & Process Improvement: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Identify opportunities to improve the D&R process, such as implementing more robust data analysis workflows or standardizing hardware specifications.

When & Where:

Hybrid Work Schedule in the office 3 days a week
QualificationsWhat you need to have:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or related field).
7 years of experience in electrical systems engineering with a proven track record of “releasing” products in an OEM environment.
Demonstrated experience managing a product from concept through end-of-life (EOL), including budget considerations and feature prioritization.
Proficiency in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill) and release documentation.
Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles/best practices, control systems, and electrical subsystems.
Experience with CANBus protocols and testing (collecting and analyzing CAN data using tools like P-CAN, CANalyzer, etc.)
Hands-on experience with electrical test instruments such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.
Ability to present to an executive leadership audience and justify "build vs. buy" decisions for new technologies.

What would be nice to have:

Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
Experience working with Telematics, IoT systems, and connectivity solutions.
Experience integrating advanced sensing systems such as LiDAR, AI-based camera systems, and UWB ranging/positioning modules.
Experience in validation methodologies (HIL, SIL, system-level testing).
Experience with electrical and firmware/software testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
Hands-on experience with design, integration, and testing of electrical systems and electronic modules for vehicle applications.

What we offer:

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
Profit Sharing Opportunities
Flexible Spending and HSA Accounts
401k with automatic company contribution and company match
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance
Paid Parental Leave (Includes 6-8 weeks of maternity leave and 5 days of paternity leave)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
On-site fitness center (Houston)
On-the-job training and development

The specific salary for a successful candidate will depend upon, among other legitimate factors, education, training, and/or experience.

To be considered for this role, all applicants must submit a full and complete application through our careers page.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Agency Disclaimer:

Logisnext Americas Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party vendors. Any unsolicited resumes from a third party will become the property of the company to use at the company’s discretion, with the understanding that Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas, Inc. will not be billed a fee for any such resumes. If a company is designated as an approved vendor, then said company can only provide assistance on those positions requested via a formal written agreement of support.