Mechanical Engineer – New Products
| Company | Redwood Materials |
|---|---|
| Location | San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- 7+ 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing tools, infrastructure and design practices for a growing team