Coordinate with structural, electrical, systems, project, and field teams; communicate design decisions, risks, and progress.
Manage design changes and maintain accurate product documentation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
10+ years of mechanical product design and development experience, including ownership through production or NPI.
Experience designing steel components or assemblies for high-volume or cost-sensitive products.
Proficiency with 3D CAD and engineering drawing creation; strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA.
Experience working with FEA and physical testing teams to plan validation, interpret results, and resolve design issues.
Experience collaborating with suppliers, Sourcing, and manufacturing teams during product development and production ramp.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with solar trackers, solar racking, or other renewable-energy products.
Experience with steel stamping, roll forming, fabrication, welding, or related processes.
Familiarity with structural FEA, fatigue analysis, and mechanical testing.
Experience preparing DOEs or validation plans; supporting prototypes, pilot builds, supplier qualification, or production ramp-up.
Familiarity with PLM or engineering change-management systems and global engineering teams.
What Success Looks Like
Designs progress from concept through NPI with clear requirements, validation evidence, and controlled documentation.
Simulation and test results inform timely, well-supported design decisions.
Designs meet performance requirements while accounting for manufacturing, suppliers, installation, and cost.
Cross-functional teams and suppliers are aligned and equipped to support a successful launch.
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