Ampersand is seeking a values-driven and practised engineer with a track record of efficiently utilizing resources and driving results. The role of Senior Mechanical Engineer will work closely with the Head of Mechanical Engineering, working with and leading other Engineers to ensure we are building solutions for scale and reliability while maximizing the value proposition to customers.

In this role, you will hold the following responsibilities:

Product design and engineering analysis:

• Championing customer needs and translating them to technical requirements.
• Optimizing designs and processes for low cost and durability.
• Applying the product design process of rapid prototyping, testing, and refining
• Applying a solid understanding of mechanical systems, preferably experience with vehicles and/or batteries and power systems.
• Testing and analysis with tools such as MATLAB and Excel.
• Building CAD models and technical drawings and applying FEA.

Product development:

• DfM with a strong understanding of capacities and constraints in varied environments.
• Collaborating with the Production team on designing and building in-house production processes and tools.
• Performing engineering and production validation tests.
• Ongoing follow-up of product performance after launch.

Team leadership:

• Lead project teams, taking responsibility for the team and individual growth and development and project outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Head of Mechanical Engineering and other senior engineers.
• Own project outcomes with regular design reviews.

Minimum requirements

Across all our roles, we look for professionals with strong work ethic, and the ability to manage shifting priorities and unforeseen challenges. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Minimum 5 years of prior industry experience in a relevant role and with management experience.
• Degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or equivalent
• Experience with design for manufacturing seeing products through to production
• Strong CAD/CAM/FEA skills, and analysis using MATLAB/Excel
• Experience with vehicles, batteries, BMS’s, controllers, or BLDC motors preferred
• Experience effectively leading technical teams
• Fantastic communication

Timing

ASAP

Compensation:

A competitive compensation package commensurate with international market rates and experience including health insurance, an annual flight allowance, and relocation support.