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Mechanical Design Engineer, Energy Storage

redwoodmaterialsSan Francisco, CA

💰 $175,000 – $240,000/yrFull-timeelectricianhandyman

Quick Summary

Senior mechanical design engineer to lead development of high-power energy storage products from concept to manufacturing scale.

Skills & Keywords

thermal managementmechanical designFEA/CFD analysispower electronics

Responsibilities will include

Lead and execute the mechanical design and development of a high-volume, high-power energy conversion product from concept to deployment, including thermal management, authoring requirements, structural design, packaging/integration of power electronics, and integration with grid infrastructure
Act as the primary mechanical engineering expert, driving innovation and solving technical challenges at a large scale
Perform mechanical analysis (CFD, FEA, thermal, etc.) to validate designs and ensure performance under real-world conditions
Collaborate with electrical and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems into the overall system architecture
Select materials and components, working closely with suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality solutions
Be a hands-on engineering manager, accountable for project goals and timelines
Take a leadership role in recruiting, mentoring, and managing a high-performance mechanical engineering team
Contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced startup culture, where every team member plays a crucial role in achieving company milestones

Desired Qualifications

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The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
1-3 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a strong focus in power conversion or energy storage products, ideally for mass production
An understanding of the relationship between high voltage electronics and the mechanical systems that support and surround them (e.g. insulation systems and thermal systems)
Proven track record as a senior mechanical engineer, with hands-on design, prototyping, and launch experience in medium-to-high volume production (10,000 units/yr or higher)
Proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks) and analysis tools (CFD, FEA, etc.)
Experience developing tools, infrastructure and design practices for a growing team
Self-motivated, with the ability to manage your work in a startup environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with all levels of the organization and presenting to internal and external executives
Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!