Mechanical Engineer - Ev/High Voltage Components

Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is seeking aMechanical Engineer 3 to design, develop, and test all aspects of mechanical components and sub-systems, product, equipment, and machinery. You will utilize your expertise to support Methode's growth in the areas of high voltage component design, e.g., busbars, wire harnesses, etc. This will include working with the Sales and Engineering teams along with our customers to determine the solution to their needs.
Methode Electronics Automotive Group is a leading global developer of User-Interfaces, LED Lighting, Sensors, and Chassis and Powertrain signal/power distribution solutions. Our team of knowledgeable sales, design engineers, and operations personnel across the globe offer expert advice and develop innovative and highly integrated solutions tailored to address our customers' challenges and meet your objectives.
Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing product design proposals to meet customer specifications
• Design and build Proof of Concepts
• Prepare and conduct technical presentations with internal and external customers
• Work directly with new suppliers to integrate their technology and see how it best fits with Methode products
• Develop designs and engineering details from general concepts and create BOM
• May lead the development and review of product designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications
• May lead activities concerning product development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design products for relevant industry
• Design and implement mechanical products using various CAD and CAE tools
• Guide less experienced engineers and provide support to more experienced engineers
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Science in Mechanical Engineering from a four year college or university
• 7+ years of experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer
• Self learning, task oriented, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge and proficiency with components in electrical transfer
• Proficient in at least one CAD software programs, Catia or UG preferred
• Ability to travel up to 15% domestic and international
• Proven ability to overcome obstacles and get results
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Additional Qualifications:

• Demonstrated design capability to specify, design and develop busbars or similar high Voltage Components
• Functional knowledge in reference material properties and their applications to component design, test, and validation
• Support local Sales team on acquisition of new projects
• Strong presentation skills with ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and speak to diverse audiences
• Ability to read and manipulate existing CAD data online
• Functional knowledge of FEA analysis with ability to read/understand Moldflow results, Thermal and Mechanical (stress/strain) simulations as well as provide input to model set up and assumptions
• Detailed understanding of GD&T methods with demonstrated capability to apply to detailed designs
• Must demonstrate continuous development and willingness to learn

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@methode.com or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.