Associate Mechanical Engineer: Railcar & EV Systems

Intramotev Autonomous Rail; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Unlimited vacation PTO

Equity in the company

Parental leave

Job summary

Intramotev Autonomous Rail, based in St. Louis, MO, is hiring an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the development of self-propelled battery-electric railcars and vehicles. You will own defined design tasks under senior direction within a small team and grow toward greater autonomy in the design–build–test loop.

This full-time, in-office role requires 0–2 years of relevant experience, CAD proficiency, and a strong foundation in statics and materials. Domestic travel for testing may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 0–2 years of mechanical or electromechanical product design experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and manufacturing drawings with GD&T.
• Foundational knowledge of statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials.
• Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly for heavy hardware.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design (CAD): Create and maintain 3D models and drawings with GD&T for retrofittable railcar kit components.
• Structural Analysis: Perform hand calculations and FEA to assess performance margins.
• Vehicle Systems: Assist braking, drivetrain/axle integration, motor mounting, and thermal management.
• Test & Validation: Build, instrument, run tests, and support certification evidence.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with senior engineers, manufacturing, and suppliers for fabrication and certification needs.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

Statics & Dynamics

Mechanics of materials

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

Fusion

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Intramotev Autonomous Rail, based in St. Louis, MO, is hiring an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the development of self-propelled battery-electric railcars and vehicles. You will own defined design tasks under senior direction within a small team and grow toward greater autonomy in the design–build–test loop.

This full-time, in-office role requires 0–2 years of relevant experience, CAD proficiency, and a strong foundation in statics and materials. Domestic travel for testing may occur.