Director - Mechanical Systems Engineering (Battery)

Our client, a leader in distributed energy storage, is seeking a Director - Mechanical Systems Engineering to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the physical systems that are onboard the energy storage systems.

The Director - Mechanical Systems Engineering will:

• Design and develop integrated EV and power electronic cooling and heating systems.
• Support the creation of RFQ/RFI documents & support supplier engagement.
• Lead the generation and maintenance of system and component level DFMEAs.
• Lead the development/management of DVP&R schedule.
• Choose and specify materials and components required, create detailed CAD drawings.
• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians, support system production.
• Work with suppliers to mature cost, manufacturability, and quality of engineering design.

The Director Mechanical Systems Engineering will have:

• MEng degree in mechanical, electrical or automotive engineering.
• A minimum of five years experience in automotive and with electric vehicles.
• Excellent SolidWorks skills.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical EV components, including CAN protocol.
• Previous demonstrable hands on practical experience.
• Proficiency in simulation tool, analysing test data and correlating to CAE results.
• Ability to work proactively with minimal support using a logical approach in an environment with minimal documented processes.
• Excellent knowledge of GD&T, drawing and assembly document creation.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply online using an updated version of your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch with more details!