Mechanical Engineer

OptiGrid, LLC believes in electrification beyond the electrical grid; a world where everyone has access to electric vehicle (EV) fast charging when and where they need it. We build battery-based energy storage systems that provide ultrafast charging for EVs and clean, affordable, resilient power alternatives for site hosts. If you are driven to learn and grow and seek a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change the transportation and energy market, now is the time to join a team that is revolutionizing how power is delivered and utilized.

At OptiGrid, we are fundamentally changing the way energy is distributed to electric vehicles and accelerating sustainable electrification. To meet our ambitious goals, we are growing rapidly and looking for people who want to make an impact and are willing to challenge the status quo. If you are resilient, and like finding solutions to tough problems, please apply to join our amazing team of innovators, enthusiasts, and change-makers.

Responsibilities:

• Design test equipment to achieve component and product testing objectives
• Fabricate and assemble prototype parts
• Conduct lab tests and organize results into test reports
• Design next generation Electric Vehicle DC fast charging components
• Prepare drawings of various mechanical parts, electrical wiring harnesses and schematics derived from specifications and product requirements using Creo Parametric
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of bill of materials (BOM)
• Initiate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) from change requests affecting specification drawings, work instructions and other controlled documents
• Perform mechanical integrity testing on prototypes
• Support 3rd party compliance testing
• Support the cross functional team for new product introduction
• Diagnosis and resolve manufacturing and quality issues for parts and assemblies in production
• Utilizes various software tools to prepare other technical drawings and documentation

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2 years’ experience in electronics packaging design
• 3D CAD design and drawing proficiency
• Design experience using sheet metal, extrusion & injection molding processes
• Lab testing and report writing
• Experience with mechanical fabrication in lab environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points:

• 5 years’ experience in electronics packaging
• Design experience using PTC Creo Parametric CAD software package
• Proficient with Creo Sheet Metal & Cabling Extension
• Experience with Creo Harness Manufacturing Extension "HMX"
• Proficient in the use of Arena and Windchill PLM
• Understanding of the applications of ASME Y14.5
• Successfully implemented mechanical & thermal solutions for power electronic devices
• Experience in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment product design
• Industrial design background with an eye for product aesthetic design

OptiGrid offers competitive benefits, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Dog Friendly

At OptiGrid, LLC, we offer fair and equal opportunities to all our candidates and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability status, parental status protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. OptiGrid, LLC believes in hiring individuals only based on their qualifications and experiences that meet our business requirements to fill the positions.