Mechanical Engineer 4
Epitec, Inc
Chillicothe, IL
Pay: $47 - $50 an hr
12-month contract
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and release of thermal and mechanical systems supporting battery module programs. You will work closely with battery module and battery system teams to mature designs from concept through production release while supporting new technology development.
This position requires strong ownership of designs, from initial concept through manufacturing and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, design, develop, test, and release mechanical and thermal system components
- Develop and mature thermal system designs, including CAE analysis, through drawing release and production
- Perform analytical evaluations using thermal and mechanical simulation tools
- Investigate equipment or system issues and recommend corrective actions
- Support new technology development and continuous design improvement
- Oversee installation, operation, and maintenance to ensure compliance with specifications
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams on-site
- Provide technical guidance and documentation throughout the development lifecycle
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Thermal Engineering
- 8+ years of mechanical or thermal engineering experience
- Master’s degree considered with 6+ years of experience
- Strong experience with battery module or battery pack thermal design
- Experience with thermal system integration
- Proficiency with analytical and simulation tools such as FlowEFD, Ansys, or Star-CCM+
- Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics
- Experience with CAD and engineering software tools
Required Skills
- Mechanical and thermal engineering expertise
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to take full ownership of components from design through production
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, on-site environment
Preferred Experience
- Product development experience in battery systems or related technologies
Work Environment
- 100% on-site
- Team of approximately 11 engineers focused on battery module development
- Daily collaboration with battery module and battery system teams
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About the Company
Epitec, Inc
Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment.