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Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design

Shield AI

On-site
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Staff
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 15m ago

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Job description

Shield AI is hiring a Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design — a full-time, based in Seattle, WA role. Apply directly on Shield AI's careers page below.

Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design (R6047)

Team: X-BAT Engineering - Avionics

Location: Seattle, Washington

Commitment: Full Time Employee

Workplace Type: onsite

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Own design responsibility of a new battery pack, from concept through production
  • Drive optimal performance while managing size, weight, manufacturing, and reliability
  • Hands-on prototyping, testing, qualification, and handoff to production
  • Define requirements, specifications, assembly drawings, 2D drawings
  • Root cause failures and production problems
  • Drive a cross-functional team to execute the top-level architecture
  • Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
  • Work in a fast-paced environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience
  • Strong technical fundamentals in mechanics, thermal design, and electronics
  • Have designed and delivered a battery product to market before
  • Proficiency in CAD modeling
  • Experience with various manufacturing processes
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
 
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
 
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
 
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design at Shield AI?

The required skills for Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design at Shield AI include: Mechanical Engineering.

What is the seniority level for Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design at Shield AI?

Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design at Shield AI is a Staff level position.

How do I apply for Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Battery Pack Design at Shield AI?

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