Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Trina Storage North America, the U.S. energy storage division of Trinasolar, develops integrated battery energy storage solutions for utilities, developers, and independent power producers. The Mechanical Engineer will design, develop, fabricate, test, and implement mechanical and thermal systems, prototypes, tools, and equipment for utility-scale energy storage and power solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for prototypes and mechanical systems, as well as electrical diagrams using AutoCAD and VISIO Microsoft to support the System Fleet for Energy Storage
- Validation of the Thermal and Mechanical designs for Energy Storage Systems
- Develop prototypes, new tools, and equipment for the R&D department's research activities to support the Mechanical and Thermal design of Energy Storage Systems
- Plan, design, and execute mechanical system design related to energy storage solutions and power systems that are buildable and comply with standards
- Actively participate in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of prototypes and equipment, validating FAT requirements and compliance with Thermal performance
- Collaborate with the team and provide technical expertise throughout the development process
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues during the prototype and equipment testing phase
- Generate technical reports and present findings to the team and other stakeholders as required for new Generation of our Battery products
- Provide technical support and guidance to the team and assist with problem-solving activities
- Work collaboratively across other departments to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives
- Ensure compliance with standards for cable sizing and routing
- Assess and address site requirements for equipment placement; and
- All other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a another related field
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in mechanical design, thermal analysis, and familiarity with Electrical Single Line Diagrams
- Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical design, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in planning, designing, and building prototypes, tools, or equipment
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Familiarity with standards for cable sizing and routing
- Knowledge of site requirements for equipment placement
- Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)
- Experience creating processes and procedures as needed to support growth in business
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail with a risk aware mindset
- Ability to work autonomously on multiple responsibilities and deliver on commitments
- Ability to work in a team, build trust with stakeholders, and influence stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering relationship-building with customers and internal teams
- Must have the ability to work in the evening 20% of the time, in order to coordinate with global functions
- Must have the ability to travel up to15% of the time, as needed
- Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship
- Experience in the renewable energy sector and energy storage solutions, preferred
Benefits
- Remote position
- Additional discretionary incentive may be available.
- Full-time employees are eligible for PTO, subject to plan terms.
- Full-time employees are eligible for medical coverage, subject to plan terms.
- Full-time employees are eligible for dental coverage, subject to plan terms.
- Full-time employees are eligible for vision coverage, subject to plan terms.
- Full-time employees are eligible for a 401(k) plan, subject to plan terms.
- Full-time employees are eligible for flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms.
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