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Sr. Mechatronics Engineer - Innovation

Harley-Davidson Motor Company
103,000 155,000
401(k), relocation assistance
11800 West Capitol Drive (Show on map)
Mar 06, 2025

Auto req ID:30532

Title:Sr. Mechatronics Engineer - Innovation

Job Function:Engineering

Location:PDC

Company:Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Full or Part-Time:Full Time

Shift:SHIFT1

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It's our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra - You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a Sr. Mechatronics Engineer - Innovation.


Job Summary

The Innovation Mechatronics Engineer will support our organization's vision to build our legend and lead through innovation, evolution, and emotion. In this role, the successful candidate will develop and implement the early Innovation and Advanced Development (Adv Dev) work for our Systems Engineering horizon project plan and ensure that our Systems Delivery teams are set up for success. Utilizing their strong communication, project management, and technical skills, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with cross functional stakeholders to refine technical roadmaps and deliver on Advanced Development project milestones.

Job Responsibilities

  • Drive early development work for our rider assistance systems, infotainment, AI capabilities, and related integrated engineering systems technical roadmaps
  • Support the early mechanical and electrical architectural work to provide long-term customer value and realize business opportunities
  • Develop and evaluate new functions, features, and systems on motorcycles in a rapid prototyping or proof of concept environment
  • Design electrical components and/or software using a combination of "off the shelf" and custom hardware to support innovation exploration and research projects
  • Define project plans and establish innovation phase milestones for specific deliverables within each of our key focus areas
  • Collaborate with Systems Delivery teams to execute high priority Adv Dev projects
  • Effectively communicate technical roadmaps to broad base cross functional stakeholders and refine outcomes based on feedback and evolving business needs
  • Cultivate an exciting, passionate, and inclusive work environment geared toward disruptive ideation and innovation to exploit existing competencies and capabilities

Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Required
Education Specifications

  • These positions require a Bachelor of Science Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical Degree. Masters degree preferred for senior level roles.

Experience Requirements

This position typically requires a minimum of 5 years work experience with a minimum of 2+ years in electric/electrical systems engineering. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated the following:



  • Project management experience and strong problem-solving skills.
  • AI and LLM solution development and implementation
  • Automotive mechatronic systems, including sensors, actuators, and embedded electronics
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and debugging electronic circuits and mechanical components
  • Electrical hardware design using PCB design tools (Altium, Eagle, etc.), schematic generation, PCB layout, and quick-turn part procurement
  • Automotive data networks such as CAN, LIN, automotive ethernet or other automotive communication protocols
  • Familiarity with 3D CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, etc.)
  • Using both open-source development platforms such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, and proprietary ECU development tools to quickly develop and test new ideas.
  • Developing software or scripting in languages like C/C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink, and Java.
  • Mobile app development in Android/iOS.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more.Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No

Travel Required: 0 - 10%

Pay Range:103,000155,000


Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)


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