Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
SupportFinity™, Los Alamitos, CA, United States
About Brelle “Energy for what moves us” defines our mission at Brelle. We develop frontier technology that pushes what’s possible in electrified performance. Based in California, Brelle engineers next-generation platforms for supercars and superbikes, working alongside leading high-performance brands across the US and Europe. Our innovations are built on a novel pack architecture, a full-stack software platform, and an advanced approach to automated manufacturing. Joining the team means working on making electric vehicles—on the road and on the racetrack—lighter, more engaging, safer, and capable of charging in minutes.
Role Responsibilities
Own the design for a new module architecture—cell retention systems, thermal management strategies, safety systems, housing integration, and electromechanical interfaces
Work with cylinder and pouch cell formats in 400-1000V systems, optimizing weight, thermal performance, cost, and manufacturing feasibility
Collaborate cross-functionally with Brelle’s electrical, thermal, simulation, and software teams to optimize the complete battery pack package
Coordinate design work with pack team members to converge on feasibility for function, manufacturing, and reliability of modules in pack and vehicle
Develop a robust cell venting strategy and propagation protection while meeting manufacturing and cost targets
Identify and suggest missing requirements needed and drive completion of released requirements
Technical Qualifications
Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent with demonstrated depth)
5+ years of mechanical design experience in automotive or motorcycle battery/powertrain development
Advanced CAD proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 (3DX), NX, or SolidWorks: complex assemblies, GD&T, production drawings
Robust understanding of lithium-ion cell as it relates to electromechanical and safety design constraints
Understanding of battery system architectures and HV safety requirements (400V+ systems)
Hands-on structural FEA experience: defining load cases, boundary conditions, interpreting results for design decisions
Experience with DFM for multiple processes: injection molding, stamping, casting, composites, machining, fabricating
Experience with DFMEA/DVP&R cycles and design release processes
Battery module or pack design experience—you've navigated cell-level constraints and thermal management complexity
Preferred Qualifications
Practical hands-on experience in professional or personal projects – interest in working directly on the parts/products in the lab
Thermal simulation experience (CFD or equivalent)—you understand heat transfer, material selection implications and can develop solutions to meet system-level requirements
Design experience integrating into vehicle platforms—you understand powertrain architecture and integration challenges
Experience working at or with automotive OEMs or Tier-1 Suppliers on electrified platforms
Proven track record releasing components to production: you\'ve worked in a high-pace environment, participated in design reviews, and understand how designs move from concept to production level parts
You are...
Fundamentally Curious – driven by a deep curiosity and motivated to break down complex problems to their first principles, allowing you to think outside the box and develop innovative design solutions
Organized and Meticulous – possess an obsessive attention to detail, able to recognize efficiency in design, and always striving for the optimal solution
Self-Motivated and Autonomous - highly self-motivated, capable of managing your own workload, taking ownership of projects, and driving tasks forward with minimal supervision
Results-Oriented - driven by results and maintain a clear focus on the end goal while executing detailed tasks
Collaborative Team Player - strong team player who actively supports teammates, communicates effectively, and contributes positively to the collective success of the teams
Humble and Open-Minded – willing to accept feedback and learn, constantly seeking out new knowledge and integrating feedback to improve yourself and the products you own
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $140,000 – $175,000. Compensation may vary based on experience, training, education, and scope of the role.
Founding Engineer equity participation through Employee Incentive Plan
Benefits
Medical (HMO, PPO), Dental, and Vision
401(k)
Flexible PTO
Culture
Team meals 2x per week
Monthly team events
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Role Responsibilities
Own the design for a new module architecture—cell retention systems, thermal management strategies, safety systems, housing integration, and electromechanical interfaces
Work with cylinder and pouch cell formats in 400-1000V systems, optimizing weight, thermal performance, cost, and manufacturing feasibility
Collaborate cross-functionally with Brelle’s electrical, thermal, simulation, and software teams to optimize the complete battery pack package
Coordinate design work with pack team members to converge on feasibility for function, manufacturing, and reliability of modules in pack and vehicle
Develop a robust cell venting strategy and propagation protection while meeting manufacturing and cost targets
Identify and suggest missing requirements needed and drive completion of released requirements
Technical Qualifications
Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent with demonstrated depth)
5+ years of mechanical design experience in automotive or motorcycle battery/powertrain development
Advanced CAD proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 (3DX), NX, or SolidWorks: complex assemblies, GD&T, production drawings
Robust understanding of lithium-ion cell as it relates to electromechanical and safety design constraints
Understanding of battery system architectures and HV safety requirements (400V+ systems)
Hands-on structural FEA experience: defining load cases, boundary conditions, interpreting results for design decisions
Experience with DFM for multiple processes: injection molding, stamping, casting, composites, machining, fabricating
Experience with DFMEA/DVP&R cycles and design release processes
Battery module or pack design experience—you've navigated cell-level constraints and thermal management complexity
Preferred Qualifications
Practical hands-on experience in professional or personal projects – interest in working directly on the parts/products in the lab
Thermal simulation experience (CFD or equivalent)—you understand heat transfer, material selection implications and can develop solutions to meet system-level requirements
Design experience integrating into vehicle platforms—you understand powertrain architecture and integration challenges
Experience working at or with automotive OEMs or Tier-1 Suppliers on electrified platforms
Proven track record releasing components to production: you\'ve worked in a high-pace environment, participated in design reviews, and understand how designs move from concept to production level parts
You are...
Fundamentally Curious – driven by a deep curiosity and motivated to break down complex problems to their first principles, allowing you to think outside the box and develop innovative design solutions
Organized and Meticulous – possess an obsessive attention to detail, able to recognize efficiency in design, and always striving for the optimal solution
Self-Motivated and Autonomous - highly self-motivated, capable of managing your own workload, taking ownership of projects, and driving tasks forward with minimal supervision
Results-Oriented - driven by results and maintain a clear focus on the end goal while executing detailed tasks
Collaborative Team Player - strong team player who actively supports teammates, communicates effectively, and contributes positively to the collective success of the teams
Humble and Open-Minded – willing to accept feedback and learn, constantly seeking out new knowledge and integrating feedback to improve yourself and the products you own
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $140,000 – $175,000. Compensation may vary based on experience, training, education, and scope of the role.
Founding Engineer equity participation through Employee Incentive Plan
Benefits
Medical (HMO, PPO), Dental, and Vision
401(k)
Flexible PTO
Culture
Team meals 2x per week
Monthly team events
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