Design Engineer

EnerSys; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial & Career Growth

401(k) Matching

Innovative Culture

Job summary

EnerSys is seeking a Battery Design Engineer to be responsible for engineering analyses on molten salt batteries, including design, prototype fabrication, and testing. The role involves leading a team of technicians, performing research in various engineering disciplines, and ensuring that design solutions meet customer and company standards. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and possess knowledge in Solid Works, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office. This position is based in Florida and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in either Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project is required.
• Effective communication and presentation skills are required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities, military, industry, and federal standards.

Responsibilities

• Design components or major portions of a battery system for improvements.
• Manage technicians and assemblers for program objectives like prototype hardware testing.
• Perform research, design, and development in mechanical, chemical, and electrical engineering functions.
• Develop specifications and preliminary layouts for design proposals.
• Coordinate with other organizations affected by design development.

Skills

Solid Works

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Effective communication

ANSYS

COSMOSM

ProMechanica

Planning and analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

EnerSys Advanced Systems (EAS) is a specialized division of EnerSys—a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. EAS focuses on cutting‑edge energy solutions for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for individuals who share a passion for these industries and want to be part of an innovative, dynamic team.

Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a "U.S. Person" under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.

What We Offer:

• Generous Time Off – 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
• Financial & Career Growth – Life insurance, short‑term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) Matching – 100% match at a 6% contribution level
• Innovative Culture – We value excellence, teamwork, and long‑term relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers. Through innovative technology and ongoing training, we invest in our employees’ skills and career development.

At EAS, we don’t just build batteries – we power systems and devices that protect not only individual citizens but communities across the world.

If you’re excited about working in an innovative, fast‑paced, high‑tech environment, where your contributions make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Purpose

Responsible for battery design and engineering analyses on molten salt batteries. Analyses includes conceptual and detailed design, trade‑off studies, estimates, and calculations for energy storage and power conversion devices. Activities include prototype fabrication, test, and evaluation. The selected engineer will work with other members of the engineering department to create design solutions that meet customer requirements and company objectives. The selected engineer will also work with the Quality and Manufacturing functions to ensure products are delivered to the highest possible standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs components or major portions of a battery system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.
• Supervisory responsibilities will include the management of technicians and assemblers to accomplish program objectives, such as the build and test of prototype hardware and batteries.
• Performs research, design, and development in such areas as mechanical, chemical, electrical, and other related engineering design functions.
• Develops specifications for selecting components and equipment to use. Utilizing computer‑aided design equipment, develops basic data and makes preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposal.
• Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength‑weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost.
• Coordinates with other organizations affected by design development.
• Makes layouts of assemblies and details parts and also responsible for prototype fabrication.
• The successful candidate will also prepare and present technical design and data at program review meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in either Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works and AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project is required.
• Effective communication and presentation skills are required.
• Working knowledge of ANSYS is a plus.
• Analysis software (COSMOSM or ProMechanica) is a plus.
• Planning, analytical, assertive, and ability to interact with other groups.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities, military, industry, and federal standards.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.