Mechanical Engineer

 

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. With over 1,000 fast charging locations across 40 states, EVgo serves more than one million customer accounts. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo’s owned and operated charging network is growing rapidly, and we’re working to triple our network size by 2025. We partner with multiple stakeholders including automakers; fleet and rideshare operators; retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and more to make our vision of Electric for All a reality. The EV industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Join us as we charge forward into an all-electric future.

 

• Own mechanical design of Class-A surfaces for DC Fast Charger equipment.
• Responsible for UI/UX components such as HMI screen and LED features.
• Assist with wire harness specifications and designs.
• Work cross-functionally with Product, Systems, Electrical, Software, and Test and Validation teams to determine component requirements, specifications, and test parameters.
• Perform studies on charging cable management.
• Responsible for maintaining BOM and sourcing components.
• Responsible for generating and releasing 3D models, 2D drawings, schematics, and tracking version control.
• Source and manage suppliers including enclosures, chassis, and electrical components.
• Ensure design maturity through characterizations and hands-on test builds of prototype hardware.
• Support Manufacturing with work process development and EOL tests procedures.
• Assist with the development of field installation guides.
• Occasional domestic and international required.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of a BS in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience with sheet metal component design and fabrication, injection molded plastics, and Class-A Surfaces.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar CAD packages.
• Has worked on products that have been brought to the market.
• Be a good self-starter, have a strong ability to deal with ambiguity, establish priorities, and proceed with objectives with limited supervision.
• Can manage suppliers and can multi-task on different projects.

• 4+ years of experience.
• Experience with high and low voltage AC and DC systems and LED lighting.
• Experience with UL and NEC and related standards that influence mechanical design of electrical enclosures.
• FEA simulation experience for structures.
• Knowledge of ASCE, ISO/IEC, NEC/NFPA, UL, and other industry standards and regulations related to structures and equipment at EV charging stations.
• Knowledge of fabricated structural frames and precast systems used to mount electrical power equipment.

For job positions in CA, CO, and NYC, the estimated salary range for a new hire in this position is $125,000 USD to $150,000 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer discretionary target cash bonuses, restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).