Mechanical Engineer Temporary
American Battery Solutions

American Battery Solutions is looking for two 6-month temporary Mechanical Engineers in Lake Orion, MI.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer - Temporary is responsible for the design, development, release and execution of core mechanical architecture and components. The individual will be responsible for defining and documenting battery components, design and release responsible for key mechanical systems and overseeing validation of those components and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Apply mechanical knowledge of engineering principles and practices specifically for high voltage battery system for mobile applications, including battery module design, system design and associated electrical components.
• Development of new and existing product designs from prototype to production considering application, cost, weight, performance, thermodynamics, reliability, manufacturing, assembly, and field serviceability.
• Development of drawings and requirements for mechanical systems, perform system integration and validation for the development and mass production of battery solutions.
• Specifies mechanical components and ensures products meet internal and customer requirements.
• Develops system designs including actual CAD design of these systems.
• Supports the development of mechanical system DFMEAs, DFM/A, etc.
• Evaluates supplier specifications & validation data to ensure selection of the proper suppliers.
• Key contributor in the evaluation of prospective suppliers.
• Develops mechanical system DVP&Rs for integration into or support of overall ABS system DVP&Rs.
• Supports all prototype system builds ensuring parts are on time.
• Troubleshooting any issues with mechanical systems.
• Contributes to team growth by completing projects in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes and procedures.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in automotive product development.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or similar CAD tools.
• Adept in data processing and statistical analysis.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, as well as effectively communicating with suppliers.
• Familiar with the product design process.
• Self-motivated problem-solver who pays attention to details.
• Challenges the status quo and strives for continuous improvement.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.

Key Competencies:

• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Assertiveness: Maintaining a position when you know you are right; standing up to others and expressing views without fear or for approval and without engaging in unnecessary aggression.
• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused: Understands and actively supports the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Must work rotating shift schedule; may need to work overtime.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
• Able to continuously stand, bend, squat, and reach.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.

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