Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, Enphase transformed the solar industry with our revolutionary microinverter technology, which turns sunlight into a safe, reliable, resilient, and scalable source of energy to power our lives. Today, the Enphase Energy System helps people make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the fastest growing and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with approximately 68 million products installed across more than 145 countries.
We are building teams that are designing, developing, and manufacturing next-generation energy technologies and our work environment is fast-paced, fun and full of exciting new projects.
If you are passionate about advancing a more sustainable future, this is the perfect time to join Enphase!
Enphase is seeking a highly effective and driven Manager, Mechanical Engineer specializing in the thermal design to join our high-performing team based at our Research and Development Center located in Middleton, Christchurch.
About the role:
Design electromechanical products within strict thermal performance parameters
Build and test prototypes to validate thermal design concepts
Identify and validate high-reliability materials and components suitable for prolonged environmental exposure
Conduct thermal simulations to predict temperature distribution and heat flow
Model and assess different thermal management mechanisms
Develop and execute test plans to validate thermal performance under varied environmental conditions
Perform accelerated life testing to simulate long-term exposure to environmental factors
Analyse test data and refine designs based on findings
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers
Document design processes, test results, and validation procedures
Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations
Optimize designs for cost, performance, and manufacturability
What you bring:
Bachelor of Engineering or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
12+ years’ experience in thermal design and analysis
Team leadership, experience managing a team of people
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Experience with CAD and thermal simulation software
What would make you stand out?
Experience in power electronics design
Experience using multiple CAD and thermal simulation tools, including SolidWorks 3D CAD and SolidWorks Simulation
Experience verifying simulations with real-life testing
Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
Experience communicating analysis studies and results to a wider audience
Employee Benefits:
Restricted stock units in offer
Bonus plan
Wellbeing and insurance benefits for you and your family
Annual performance reviews
Opportunities for career growth and development
Working in a well-equipped laboratory and facility
Visa Requirements:
Enphase Energy NZ is currently only considering candidates for this role with New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship.
