Mechanical Design Engineer

With over a century of experience in battery research and manufacturing, Leclanché is well placed to tackle the challenges of the transition to a carbon-free society. As the only European manufacturer of both power and energy lithium-ion battery cells, Leclanché provides the most effective energy storage solutions for electric vehicles, industrial, marine, grid and microgrid applications.

Our world leading in-house technologies and ownership of the full value chain from electrochemistry to energy management software, make us unique and a partner of choice for customers who require smarter and faster energy storage solutions.

To support our team, we are looking for our offices in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland for a:

Purpose:

To develop new and/or to improve existing energy storage systems, sub-systems and modules, which meet customer needs and expectations in terms of performance, cost, reliability and safety. Engages in product development throughout all phases of product lifecycle, including technical specification, concept, design, prototyping, testing, supplier interfacing, creating technical documentation, introduction to production and continuous improvement. The products could be for various applications including rail, marine and commercial vehicles.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Work on various domains including mechanical components and structures, integration of electrical components and circuits, cooling and thermal management, gas exhausts, fire management, etc…
• Collaborate with various other teams such as technical management, project management, electrical, test and validation, electronic and software development, procurement, production, quality, etc…
• Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings respecting the design standards and considering the DFA, DFM, DFR.
• Initiate/analyze engineering change request (ECR) and implements engineering change orders (ECO).
• Manage bills of material in PDM (eBOM) and ERP (mBOM).
• Participate in design reviews, revises/validates and/or updates technical drawings made by others.
• Perform technical calculations to dimension parts and to size components.
• Create and update technical documentation for existing and new products (e.g. technical specification, DFMEA, user manuals, assembly insturctions,…).
• Follow up strategic suppliers providing components in different fields of technologies such as injection molding, extrusion, machining, sheetmetal, welding, etc..
• Support the test and validation team in prototype design and testing.
• Stay updated on new technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
• Responsible for performing other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
  

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor/Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Proficiency in 3D + 2D CAD design and PDM product structure and workflow (SolidWorks advantage).
• Proven experience in product design and industrialization including the V-cycle developments process.
• The following will be considered as advantage:

          - General knowledge of rechargeable battery systems and their challenges.
          - Understanding of electrical, electronic and software constraints in mechanical systems.
          - Comprehension of integration of cooling systems (heat exchangers, piping, chillers).
          - Knowledge of in CE, ECE, functional safety, automotive, railway and marine standards.
          - Experience in and design for a high volume production is an advantage.

Competencies:

• Sense of ownership in all aspects of a project.
• Willing and being able to work in a dynamic and agile and environment.
• Conceptional and analytical thinking and result-oriented approach.
• System/multidisciplinary approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including writing technical documentation.
• Works cooperatively with others and is a team player.
• Capable of handling multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Ability to work in a multicultural – multinational environment.
• Strong safety and security mindset and attitude.

Languages:

• English fluent spoken and written.
• French or other European language would be a plus.

Other:

• Availability for occasional business travel (up to 10%).        

We offer an interesting employment opportunity in an international growing company, dynamic and collaborative working environment, possibility to work on innovative projects and continuous professional growth.

If you are Swiss or EU citizen, or hold a valid work permit, please apply and send your full application only in English.

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