Senior Hardware Design Engineer

As a Senior Hardware Design Engineer at ChargePoint, your main responsibilities include designing and developing mechanical parts and subsystems for EV chargers, collaborating with our Asia engineering teams and suppliers for efficient mass production, identifying design opportunities to enhance quality and reduce costs, and performing root cause analysis on current product issues. Your innovative mindset will drive the overall success of our products.

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role. Proficiency in CAD, especially NX, and knowledge in manufacturing processes such as injection molding and CNC machining are essential. Additionally, familiarity with rapid prototyping and mechanical testing methodologies will set you apart in this exciting role.

ChargePoint values candidates who are self-starters and can manage multiple aspects of product design simultaneously. Strong analytical skills for identifying design opportunities, effective communication with cross-functional teams, and experience with ruggedized outdoor electro-mechanical products are highly regarded. A passion for sustainable technology and the ability to adapt quickly is also crucial.

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted salary range for the Senior Hardware Design Engineer position is between $70,000 and $185,000, depending on various factors like experience, skill set, and specific work location. This range represents base salary and does not include potential equity or benefits.

ChargePoint fosters a positive and inclusive work environment, rooted in values such as teamwork, courage, and customer focus. As a Senior Hardware Design Engineer, you'll find collaboration highly encouraged, with an open atmosphere promoting innovative ideas, ensuring that every team member contributes to our collective goal of making a meaningful impact in electric mobility.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you designed or developed mechanical parts for EV components. Discuss your involvement in each step of the design process, from initial concept to implementation, focusing on challenges you faced and solutions you implemented.

In your response, mention your approach to designing for manufacturability, including considerations like material selection, production techniques, and cost analysis. Provide examples of past projects where your strategies saved costs or enhanced manufacturability.

Emphasize your communication skills and the tools or strategies you use to ensure smooth collaboration with remote teams. Share examples of successful projects where effective communication was key to your success.

Discuss your systematic approach to root cause analysis. Highlight specific examples where you've identified issues in previous projects and the steps you took to resolve them, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Detail your proficiency with CAD software, particularly NX if applicable. Provide examples of projects where you used CAD for mechanical design and how it contributed to the product development cycle.

Share your hands-on experience with rapid prototyping and the specific technologies you’ve used. Discuss how rapid prototyping played a role in your past projects and the benefits it provided to the product development process.

Discuss your familiarity with thermal management techniques and strategies used in mechanical design, especially for ruggedized electro-mechanical products. Give examples of projects where you successfully implemented thermal solutions.

In your response, mention any industry publications, conferences, webinars, or professional organizations you’re involved with. Highlight how continuous learning has influenced your work and kept you ahead in your field.

Reflect on specific challenges you've encountered in previous roles and the strategies you used to overcome them. This could include design constraints, manufacturing issues, or time limitations, showcasing your resilience and creativity.

Articulate your passion for electric mobility and how ChargePoint’s mission aligns with your career goals. Discuss what excites you about the role and how you can contribute to the team’s success in building innovative EV charging solutions.