Mechanical Design Engineer

Intellectt Inc; Minnesota; On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A company in energy storage is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Minnesota. In this mid-senior level role, you will perform mechanical design and CAD modeling for lithium-ion battery systems. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and direct experience with battery systems, along with collaboration across teams to ensure product readiness. This role is onsite full-time with no remote option.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Direct experience in lithium-ion battery systems or energy storage product development is essential.
• Hands-on role with onsite full-time requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and detailed CAD modeling for battery systems.
• Develop designs for production, including necessary documentation.
• Conduct component testing and support system-level validation.

Skills

Direct experience with lithium‑ion battery systems

Proficiency with SolidWorks or PTC Creo

Experience with component testing and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PTC Creo (Pro/ENGINEER)

Job description

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $45.00/hr

This role supports the design and development of lithium‑ion battery systems used in portable energy storage products. The engineer will work across the product lifecycle from initial concept through prototype, testing, analysis and production release.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and detailed CAD modeling for battery system components and assemblies.
• Develop concepts and take designs through to production, including documentation for manufacturing.
• Conduct component testing and support system‑level validation activities.
• Perform analysis as required (thermal analysis and CFD) to inform design decisions and thermal management strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (electrical, test, manufacturing) to ensure product readiness.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline (must be degreed).
• Direct experience with lithium‑ion battery systems or energy storage product development.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or PTC Creo (Pro/ENGINEER).
• Experience with component testing and analysis, including thermal and CFD work.
• Ability to work onsite full‑time; no remote/hybrid option.

Company / Environment

The client manufactures energy storage products and seeks candidates experienced in battery system mechanical design and thermal management. The role is hands‑on and requires coordination with testing and production teams.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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