PPS customer is a growing Manufacturing Company. 
 

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for design and mechanical engineering of Li-ion battery systems including all electro-mechanical assemblies. With importance of good design on both volumetric and gravimetric energy density of a battery pack, this position requires strong working knowledge of mechanical design principles, integration of high voltage electro-mechanical components, and computer aided engineering. The Senior Mechanical Engineer is engaged from the prototype stage through launch and understands the mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical and functional interfaces throughout the battery. The Senior Mechanical Engineer is expected to have complex mechanical system know-how and detailed understanding of the functionality of all components inside the battery pack including (module design, cell to cell connection, cooling concepts, retention, etc.).

Primary Responsibilities:

· Gathering inputs from team members to synthesize battery pack & module design concepts, requirements, and specifications

· Lead development of detailed CAD including system interfaces, master and detailed part models

· Complete battery life-cycle design management: Release new battery system designs, recommend engineering changes to battery designs, and manage design changes to existing designs

· Works with product lifecycle management to manage and release structured bill of materials.

· Estimate and adhere to project timing and costs, including component, tooling and purchased services.

· Works closely with Systems Engineer, Program Manager and Integration Engineer to ensure mechanical design fulfills all functions necessary for the safe and cost effective operation of battery assemblies.

· Provide guidance to other component mechanical engineers and subcontractors as well as managing prototype vendors for parts fabrication.

Additional Support Responsibilities:

· Ensure pack mechanical design also addresses key requirements for volume production like manufacturability, serviceability and recyclability

· Proactively support design validation teams in test plan reviews to ensure testing strategies and methods truly stress and verify design compliance and safety.

· During prototype testing phases: Support customer onsite with system reviews and troubleshooting/problem solving. Provide lessons learned feedback to the appropriate inhouse and customer engineering teams as issues are encountered and resolved.

· Assess and benchmark competitive technologies for innovation, cost, performance, and functional advantages.

· Lead mechanical elements of system DFMEAs/PFMEAs

· Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications;

· M.S. in Mechanical or related Engineering or equivalent (B.S. acceptable with sufficient experience)

· Minimum 7 years of mechanical engineering product design; prior battery energy storage design experience highly desired.

· 5+ years SolidWorks CAD software experience is desired. Experience with other CAD modeling tools can also be considered.

· Experience with basic thermal design/heat transfer including cooling flow, structural design, and materials

· Strong experience in designing metal and plastic parts (formed, injection molded or die cast, machined, extruded, etc.)

· Strong English skills, both spoken and written

Key Competencies:

· Knowledge of battery systems related to design: Module and pack enclosures; retention of battery cells; cell tab joining/inter-connects; thermal management; vehicle integration experience a plus.

· Knowledge of industry standards for testing, IP, UL, Thermal, Shock, Vibration, EMI, ESD and etc.

· Ability to perform or lead/direct design optimization studies using CAE tools to balance project budget, product cost, and performance requirements

· Design and release experience, with disciplined change management and technical project management experience

· Demonstrated Manufacturing Launch experience, supporting manufacturing engineering from initial development to launch

· Robust Engineering design experience- Work closely customers and technical experts to define a system that meets the system performance requirements in the presence of noise factors (DFSS)

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – position requires strong interaction in multi-functional team environment particularly in high-pressure situations (e.g., launch)

· Able to rapidly and clearly communicate issues, options, benefits, priorities, and recommendations to technical team members.

· Detailed oriented in the execution of assignments and deliverables

· Takes actions and displays behaviors that demonstrate ownership in the success of the company; overcomes obstacles to achieve results

· Demonstrates primary focus on meeting both internal and external customer needs when identifying, prioritizing and accomplishing tasks.

· Effectively participates in teams to reach desired outcomes either as a team leader or team member.

· Builds safety, quality and compliance into all actions.

· Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement.

Salary and benefits to include:

· Choice of two health plans, vision, dental and life insurance; ancillary benefits; 401(k); company paid holidays and paid time off.

· The salary range commensurate with education and experience.

Must successfully complete a background check, a drug screen and a physical.

 Please apply with a cover letter and resume detailing your ability and your technical experience.

 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.