Senior Mechanical Architect, Power Electronics

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Description:

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Architecture Design for power electronic systems, including high-voltage systems, across a variety of vehicle platforms.
• Apply a strong DFM/DFA mindset to ensure designs are optimized for efficient manufacturing and assembly from concept through production.
• Develop and present mechanical design layouts based on client specifications; integrate feedback and provide expert-level consultation on design revisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and systems engineers.
• Use CATIA extensively to develop and refine complex mechanical assemblies and packaging solutions.
• Perform and support testing activities to validate mechanical designs against performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure cost-efficiency and suggest improvements that reduce time-to-market and manufacturing expenses.
• Effectively communicate technical details to internal stakeholders and external clients, including executive-level presentations.
• Provide input and oversight on compliance, certification, and reliability testing for global markets.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design for automotive power electronics.
• Demonstrated experience in designing PDUs, PCBs, DC-DC converters, OBCs, inverters, and similar high-voltage components.
• Expert-level proficiency in CATIA for 3D modeling, drawings, and design documentation.
• Strong understanding of thermal management, vibration, EMC/EMI shielding, and environmental sealing.
• Clear and professional communication skills; ability to present proposals to clients and lead technical discussions.
• Proven experience working in cross-functional teams and in client-facing roles.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Budget awareness with the ability to optimize designs for cost and manufacturing efficiency.
• Familiarity with automotive standards and regulations (ISO 26262, LV 124, etc.).
• Must be willing and able to travel onsite to Van Buren Twp, MI on short notice as required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in high-voltage mechanical design.
• Experience with DFMEA, design validation, and automotive quality processes.
• Background in EV systems or electrified powertrain development.
• Experience working directly with OEM stakeholders like GM, Ford, Stellantis, etc.

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