Mechanical Design Engineer

Category: Engineer

Compensation: $0.00

Job Type: Contract

State: MI

City: Auburn Hills

Description:

Here is your chance to work at a globally leading engineering and digital mobility company as their Mechanical Design Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI!!! We are seeking individuals with 3+ years' experience in Battery Pack design for e-mobility applications to join their team ASAP!!!

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of various battery pack and power electronics applications in support of e-mobility projects. These projects will include elements of mechanical, electrical and/or thermal components as well as complete battery pack assembly.

*Contract to Direct Hire Opportunity*

Shift: 8:00am – 5:00pm

Hybrid Work Schedule: 1 to 2 days in the office, 3-4 days work from home

Job Responsibilities:

Support the mechanical design team with mechanical and/or thermal design tasks for e-mobility applications.
- Mechanical packaging for various cell formats (cylindrical, prismatic, pouch)
- Mechanical packaging for various pack components (modules, busbars, wiring, connectors, control modules, cold plates, cooling hoses)
- Mechanical design of power electronic enclosures and or thermal systems.
- Mechanical integration of battery pack and power electronics into vehicle platforms (vehicle location, mechanical and electrical connections, crash strategies)
Perform design activities such as
- Module design and development (cell mounting, spacing, connecting, cooling)
- Mechanical / structural design
- Integration of electrical systems and components (fuses, contactors, wiring)
- Cooling system design for thermal management
- Production release support
- BOM management
- Documentation and report creation
Create 2D drawings based on parametric CAD models per ANSI and ISO standards
- Datum strategies, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T), Stack up Analysis, Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly.
Work closely with lead engineers and cross functional team members (vehicle, modeling and simulation)
Communicate project progress to leadership
Participate in formal and informal design review activities
Work with global partners to execute design tasks

Required Qualifications:

BSME
1-3 years' experience in mechanical, electrical and/or thermal products for production applications
Basic knowledge in engineering materials. Should have good understanding of different materials and grades
Strong interpersonal skills
Fundamental understanding of mechanical simulation techniques and processes
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes
Experience following a product development process
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills in English
Basic knowledge in automotive standards and design for manufacturability.
Proficient in 2D drawing and 3D CAD creation and release on commercial platforms namely CREO, NX and CATIA.
- Must have hands on design skills in using the CAD to route wire harnesses, sheet metal parts, plastic components, and machined components
- Experience with Siemens Team Center or other PLM

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years' experience in Battery Pack design for e-mobility applications
Basic power electronic and EV systems and architecture knowledge
Understanding of cell chemistry (LTO, NMC, NCA, LFP), performance and testing
Background in modeling, simulation and analysis (i.e., durability, thermal, electrical)
Understanding of electrical, thermal and mechanical characteristics of cells, modules and/or packs (SOC, SOH, DOD life cycle etc.)
Background in prototype builds and component validation
Working experience in the design of injection molded engineering plastics, seals, machining, diecast aluminum, and stamped metal parts
Engineering Master's degree
Experience working for an OEM or Tier-1 supplier
Familiarity with Advanced product quality planning (APQP)