Lead Hardware Engineer
EVident Battery
Other Engineering
Westford, MA, USA
Posted on Aug 5, 2024
What to Expect:
Joining EVident Battery as a Hardware Engineering Lead means you will be responsible for the products from concept to design, development, manufacturing, and field operation at every stage. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate our ground-breaking hardware and ensure our high industry standards are met. The ideal candidate thrives from working in a technically complex and fast-moving environment and is willing to challenge the status quo.
What You Will Do:
- Product development: perform design, prototyping, manufacturing, and testing involving mechanical and electrical components.
- Technology advancement: perform EV battery pack analysis through physical experiments (vibration) and finite element analysis (FEA)
- Manufacturing operation: engage in manufacturing operations including 3D printing, laser cutting, water jet, etc. as part of product and technology development.
- Product management: facilitate the selection and qualification of materials and components in close coordination with suppliers. Manage budgets and timelines to guarantee product excellence and punctual delivery.
- Cross-functional team: support machine learning engineer and software engineer for future data analysis by supplying data and clear documentations.
What You Will Bring:
- PhD or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Material Science
- Strong knowledge in engineering mechanics, vibration analysis, structural and materials design and testing, and robotics operations.
- Deep comprehension of the material properties and the mechanisms of failure in metals, polymers, and their composites.
- Hands-on experience in the development and analysis of mechanical and material tests.
- Strong proficiency in engineering analysis tools (MATLAB/Python), Finite Element Analysis (Ansys/Abaqus), CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent), data acquisition platform (LabVIEW, Data Acquisition Hardware), and manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with battery technology and electric vehicle systems is optional but highly desirable.
- Strong communication and project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances. Own assignments and take full accountability for their success, with the ability to change direction quickly.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field of electric vehicle technology and software development.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that contributes to the advancement of sustainable transportation.
- Access to a dynamic, supportive startup culture that values innovation, teamwork, and the personal growth of its interns and employees.
- Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Join us at EVident Battery and play a pivotal role in driving the future of electric vehicle technology. Please submit your application, including a resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in the position and relevant experience.