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Mechanical Designer

OptiGrid, Longmont, CO, United States


Position Overview As a Mechanical Designer, you will play a critical role in developing next-generation DC Fast Charging systems for electric vehicles. This position focuses on designing robust, efficient, and manufacturable mechanical solutions for high-power electronics and energy storage systems. The ideal candidate will combine expertise in electronics packaging, thermal management, and structural design with a strong focus on design documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Design components for battery-integrated DC fast chargers and lab test equipment

Fabricate and assemble prototype parts for design validation

Documentation:

Prepare detailed drawings of mechanical parts and electrical wiring harnesses

Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) for new and existing products

Initiate and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for controlled documents, specifications, and work instructions

Manufacturing Support:

Resolve manufacturing/quality issues for parts and assemblies in production

Design production test equipment and assembly aides

Support production line setup

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

5+ years’ experience in electronics packaging design

Extensive design experience using PTC Creo Parametric CAD software package

Understanding of the applications of ASME Y14.5

Demonstrated success in designing for sheet metal, extrusion & injection molding processes

Experience with mechanical fabrication in a lab environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

10+ years’ experience in electronics packaging

Proficient with Creo Sheet Metal & Cabling Extension

Experience with Creo Harness Manufacturing Extension "HMX"

Proficient in the use of Arena and Windchill PLM

Successfully implemented mechanical solutions for power electronic devices

Experience in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment product design

Why Join OpriGrid? Make an Impact:

Help accelerate fleet electrification and reduce carbon emissions by enabling faster, more affordable EV charging infrastructure deployment.

Work With Great People:

Join a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives. We solve hard problems together and celebrate wins as a team.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, and PTO.

At OptiGrid, LLC, we offer fair and equal opportunities to all our candidates and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability status, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. OptiGrid, LLC believes in hiring individuals only based on their qualifications and experiences that meet our business requirements to fill the positions.

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