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Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage Battery Enclosures

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Join our team as a High Voltage Battery Engineer within the Powertrain Systems Engineering team, where you'll play a crucial role in designing cutting-edge HV battery enclosures. You'll work across mechanical and high-voltage systems while integrating them into an innovative new vehicle architecture. Collaborating closely with powertrain engineers and HV battery suppliers, you’ll tackle complex system challenges, uncover root causes of failures, and develop effective mitigation strategies. Bring your expertise to the table and help shape the future of battery technology!

In this role, you will:

Design and release mechanical and electrical concepts for HV battery enclosures at both the system and component levels
Perform package investigations for complete car integration
Evaluate HV battery supplier designs and subsystem components through simulation tools and engineering analysis, collaborating with both internal and external design teams
Support system integration, DFMEA, Functional Safety and Review and release requirements
Support HV battery component and system testing and accurately report the findings for making engineering decisions.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
At least 10 years of experience in HV battery
Technical expertise in HV battery systems and subsystems, including design, modeling, simulation, materials and chemistries
Proficient in Catia 3DX or similar CAD software, with the ability to create and evaluate 2D drawings
Experience resolving design and quality issues using structured problem-solving processes

Bonus Qualifications

Familiarity with industry testing standards (SAE, MIL, UN, UL, GB/T, GTR)
Familiarity with JIRA, Polarion
Understanding concepts of EMI/C

Compensation

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $141,000 to $229,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

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What You Should Know About Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage Battery Enclosures, Zoox

Join our innovative team at Zoox as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in High Voltage Battery Enclosures in vibrant Foster City, CA. Here, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the Powertrain Systems Engineering team, where your passion for design and engineering can truly shine. You'll be responsible for creating mechanical and electrical concepts for HV battery enclosures, diving into exciting challenges including package investigations for complete vehicle integration. Your role will involve evaluating HV battery supplier designs and subsystem components using advanced simulation tools, all while working closely with both internal and external design teams. We want someone who can not just identify and solve complex system challenges but also actively contribute to our journey of shaping the future of battery technology. With a solid foundation in electrical and mechanical engineering, along with at least 10 years of focused experience in HV battery systems, you’ll leverage your skills in CATIA 3DX, DFMEA, and functional safety. Bring your technical expertise and innovative mindset, and help us develop robust, effective mitigation strategies that directly impact the reliability of our products. If you're ready to push the boundaries and redefine what’s possible in the automotive space, we would love to have you on board!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineer, High Voltage Battery Enclosures at Zoox?

As a Mechanical Engineer in High Voltage Battery Enclosures at Zoox, you will design and release mechanical and electrical concepts specifically for HV battery enclosures. This includes evaluating supplier designs, performing package investigations, and supporting system integration. Your expertise will ensure that product requirements are met while tackling complex engineering challenges effectively.