American Energy Storage Innovations, Inc. has a full-time opening for a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Hudson, Massachusetts.  Hybrid working model will be considered. 

Job Summary:

The Principal Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and execution of core mechanical systems architecture and components. This individual must have a strong knowledge of energy storage systems for electrical grid and commercial applications, the mechanical engineering discipline, and the processes required to lead a complex design to an on-time product launch.

Responsibilities:

• Generate and present wide-ranging concepts to meet customer and business needs using brainstorming, sketches, mockups, and other techniques.
• Develop new product designs from prototype to production considering application, cost, weight, performance, thermodynamics, reliability, manufacturing, assembly, and field serviceability.
• Design new products and components including plastic injection molded parts, die castings, sheet metal, weldments stampings, machined components, HVAC piping, and similar.
• Verifies control plans and validation plans to ensure proper implementation.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing to ensure designs can be manufactured efficiently.
• Support validation in identifying root cause and corrective action for field and validation test failures.
• Support prototype builds by ensuring parts are on time and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Proactively monitor the system's cost and schedule, identifying potential triggers for overspending and delays, and implementing corrective strategies.
• Research new technology options and recommend improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency, or costs.
• Participate in and supports modeling of thermal systems.
• Furthers the teams’ capabilities specific to HVAC, Cooling, and Fluid systems.
• Create and manage Solidworks CAD models, drawings, and assemblies.
• Perform mechanical system analyses such as Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and Worst-case analysis (WCA).
• Evaluate supplier specifications & validation data to ensure selection of the proper suppliers.
• Adheres to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in large-scale power systems or similar mechanical systems; packaging, modeling, thermal, HVAC, and overall large-scale system design.
• Deep mechanical aptitude is required including a broad knowledge of engineering materials, mechanical properties, and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials. 
• Proven knowledge of 3D CAD, SolidWorks, PDM, and similar systems.
• Strong experience in Finite element analysis (FEA) for stress and structural analysis.
• Experience in a fast-paced startup preferred.
• Experience in seismic requirements and electrical safety for Grid utility applications to meet IEEE and obtain seismic certifications.
• Experience in designing products intended for harsh outdoor environments complying with NEMA / IP ratings & certification.
• Proficient in data processing and statistical analysis.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, as well as effectively communicating with suppliers.
• Familiar with cradle-to-grave product design processes.
• Self-motivated problem-solver who pays attention to detail.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.
• Experience with high-voltage lithium-ion battery systems including Energy Storage industry test certifications preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 10%.

Key Competencies:

• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Assertiveness: Maintaining a position when you know you are right; standing up to others and expressing views without fear, without engaging in unnecessary aggression.
• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused: Understands and actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead. 
• Able to continuously stand, bend, squat, and reach.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about in industrial environments, and on uneven terrain. 
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• Works in a temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.
• May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites to fully understand material needs.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.

Why Join Us

American Energy Storage Innovations, Inc. (AESI) provides comprehensive benefit plan options at no cost and a competitive salary to all associates. AESI is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About Us

AESI comprises highly experienced core team members who have developed five generations of large-scale BESS systems, heretofore having deployed more than 1.5 GWh worldwide. That same team has come together once again to create their mangum opus — the all-in-one, ultra-high density TeraStor. Third-party analysts contend that the revolutionary design outpaces the market for reliability, availability, utilization and total lifetime value. We’ve designed and manufactured an entirely new line of energy storage products to meet the needs of grid energy storage, deployment, operation, and energy management for the next 20 years. Every detail in our AESI products makes them fundamentally easier to purchase, install, maintain and operate than any other energy storage alternative available today.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

The Location – Hudson, MA

American Energy Storage Innovations, Inc. is conveniently located in Hudson Massachusetts directly across from the 290 and 495 freeways. This location is uniquely positioned less than one mile from downtown Hudson, as well as being close to downtown Marlborough offering numerous restaurants, parks, shopping, and many other attractions. AESI is located roughly 45 min drive from downtown Boston, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and parts of Connecticut. There are a wide range of activities that the area offers to its residents including competitive sports programs, woodlands, as well as safe and entertaining nightlife are all located within minutes of the AESI facility. Hudson mass was awarded the winner of “America’s Main Streets” by a national organization which promotes locally owned businesses. Whether you are looking for hiking, mountain biking, sports lakes, access to Boston, or just a fantastic meal, Hudson, MA has something for everyone.

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