Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the development and design of battery cell manufacturing equipment. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment on the design and development of high-speed, ultra-high scale automated manufacturing equipment. You will work with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail. They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded, and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Take equipment from a rough concept to full production.
• Manage equipment suppliers or internal design teams through development and deployment milestones (PO release, FAT, SAT, SOP, Ramp).
• Develop station requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.).
• Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and tooling for battery cell production.
• Conduct structural and thermal analysis to ensure optimal performance and durability of mechanical designs.
• Develop CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation following industry standards.
• Optimize mechanical systems for improved efficiency, safety, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in integrating automation solutions to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective measures for mechanical defects and process inefficiencies.
• Support reliability testing and validation of mechanical components and systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance protocols.

Essential Skills

• Experience designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in battery cell manufacturing, automotive, or high-volume production environments.
• Experience with automation, robotics, and mechanical process optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot various systems.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform mechanical simulations and analysis (FEA, CFD).
• Strong knowledge of materials science, thermal management, and mechanical system design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical design, project management, and equipment engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing engineering, machine design, and optimization.

Work Environment

You will be working with cutting-edge technology in Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing. The work environment encourages innovation and excellence, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. The role may require domestic and international travel.