Mechanical Engineer II, HV Battery

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer II, Battery Enclosure as part of product engineering organization in the plant. The candidate will work with multi-disciplinary teams to drive product/specification related investigations to resolution for the products in production. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for impactful results in a fast-paced environment

You will:

• Drive product change management to address product issues in regular production
• Solve complex component/system level problems using standard problem-solving techniques
• Data driven proactive problem solving & issue avoidance due to process deviations or critical part quality issues
• Provide design for manufacturability & serviceability feedback in future product development processes
• Responsible for design intent assembly requirements of HV Battery Enclosure, on the assembly line
• Advise on build process development and possible improvements to ensure design intent is not compromised

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical or Automotive disciplines with 4+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle attributes
• Experience in product problem solving using industry standard techniques
• Excellent in data analysis using statistics Minitab or JMP, Python, MATLAB
• Previously participated in prototype builds or launch events
• Knowledge of adhesive joints, extrusions, & castings
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes like stamping, die castings, extrusions, & associated conversion coatings
• Knowledge of plastic molding processes, i.e. injection molding, vacuum die casting and thermo-forming.
• Experience with automotive-grade adhesives, structures, composites, & stampings
• Experience in using DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, & RCA with cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills are required using Atlassian products.
• Requires proficiency in Catia or 3DX, Stack up analysis (2D & 3D), & GD&T
• Travel is required between the factory in Casa Grande, AZ and Engineering HQ in Newark, CA on as needed basis

Preferred

• MS in Mechanical or Automotive disciplines with 2+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle attributes
• Collegiate FSAE/BAJA/Similar experience is preferred