Mechanical Engineer R&D
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Joplin - B Street, MO, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field required.
- BS with 10+ years of experience, MS with 5+ years of experience or PhD with 2-3 years of experience.
- Background and experience in thermal and structural modeling are required.
- Hands-on experience in the battery industry is preferred.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks.
- 3D CAD modeling knowledge/Autodesk Inventor experience is a plus but not required
- U.S. Persons
Full description
Overview
ABOUT EAGLEPICHER
EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.
Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision. We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration. At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.
EaglePicher is headquartered in Joplin, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, and Southbridge, MA.
For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com
ABOUT THE POSITION
This Mechanical Engineering position will support R&D activities related to cell and battery design and qualification in support of new battery technology development. This will encompass activities across several battery systems, including but are not limited to mechanical design, thermal and structural modeling, electrical and safety testing, and equipment and process research. This role involves both fundamental research and hands-on laboratory activities, as well as collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Working under the direction and supervision of senior engineers, you will be able to:
- Understand cell and battery requirements and derive the material and component performance requirements needed to develop a successful product.
- Perform thermal and structural modeling to support cell and battery development
- Support all development phases including design refinement, validation, and pilot production.
- Prepare build and process specifications, along with other engineering documents.
- Support prototyping efforts to evaluate and improve products and processes
- Produce routine internal progress reports as well as formal technical reports and presentations
- Work productively as part of a team including with other science and engineering disciplines.