Chief Mechanical Engineer

As the Chief Mechanical Engineer for our BESS enclosures and products at Fluence, you will be responsible for:

• Technical Authority:
• Serve as the lead technical authority for all structural, mechanical, and noise mitigation designs related to BESS enclosures.
• Lead design reviews and provide final approval and oversight on mechanical design decisions, ensuring they meet technical, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and enforce Fluence’s engineering standards and best practices for the mechanical design and validation of BESS enclosures.


• BESS Enclosure Design:
• Lead the design and development of BESS enclosures, focusing on structural integrity, thermal management, and noise control.
• Ensure that enclosure designs meet environmental and operational requirements, including safety, durability, and compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, balancing cost, complexity, and scalability for large-scale production.


• Design Validation:
• Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and structural analysis to validate enclosure and component designs.
• Perform in-depth analyses to assess the mechanical performance of designs under different load conditions, environmental factors, and operational stresses.
• Guide the enclosure and component design verification process, ensuring that all designs undergo rigorous testing and validation before full-scale manufacturing.


• Noise Mitigation:
• Develop and implement noise mitigation strategies for BESS enclosures, ensuring compliance with noise regulations and operational noise reduction goals.
• Set engineering standard for noise testing and analyses to verify the effectiveness of noise control measures.
• Integrate noise control solutions into the overall enclosure design without compromising structural or mechanical integrity.


• Structural and Mechanical Analysis:
• Lead team conducting detailed structural analyses to ensure that BESS enclosures are capable of withstanding operational loads, including wind, seismic events, and other external forces.
• Set required mechanical evaluations to ensure the durability and reliability of components, materials, and assembly methods.
• Ensure that all lifting, handling, and transportation requirements are integrated into the enclosure designs and validated for safety and practicality.


• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Provide technical direction for mechanical engineering team, guiding them through the design and validation processes for BESS enclosures.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical, thermal, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems into the overall BESS product.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with external partners, suppliers, and contractors to ensure that all mechanical designs meet technical specifications and quality standards.


• Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
• Drive continuous improvements in mechanical design, validation processes, and noise mitigation techniques.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends, incorporating new technologies and design methods to enhance the performance and manufacturability of BESS enclosures.
• Foster a culture of engineering excellence, promoting innovation and technical rigor within the team.


• Regulatory and Compliance:
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with relevant industry standards (UL, NFPA, etc), including structural, safety, and noise regulations for energy storage systems.
• Support the certification and regulatory approval processes by leading technical documentation strategy and ensuring products meet all necessary regulatory requirements.

What we look for you to bring to Fluence:

• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on enclosure design and design validation for large-scale systems.
• Expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and structural analysis to validate and optimize designs.
• Proficient in using CAD software and advanced simulation tools such as PTC Creo, ANSYS, or similar platforms.
• Extensive experience in designing systems for high-volume manufacturing, with an emphasis on structural integrity, noise mitigation, and cost efficiency.
• Strong understanding of mechanical system integration, materials science, and environmental considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and manage complex projects from concept to production.


• Preferred Skills:
• Experience in the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) industry or related fields.
• Familiarity with noise reduction techniques and compliance with noise regulations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.


• Key Skills:
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Ability to work in diverse cultural environments with global teams and customers.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive quick resolution to issues and to innovate.


• Travel: 25-40% domestic and international travel may be required.