Mechanical Engineer II

plugpower; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Plug Power is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for the Stack Engineering team in Rochester, NY. You will design fuel cell stack components, create large 3D CAD models, and develop BOMs for production release within a fast-paced, cross functional environment.

The role emphasizes Creo/Windchill, GD&T, and prototype testing, with travel up to 10% and a focus on cost, manufacturability, and reliability.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 3+ years design and development experience.
• Experience with fuel cell stack design preferred.
• Creo/ Windchill experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering design activities for fuel stack components from concept through detailed design, prototyping, and production release.
• Develop and apply modeling tools and analysis techniques to meet design requirements; background in FEA/CFD preferred.
• Create and maintain large 3D CAD system assembly models, part drawings, and BOMs (Creo experience preferred).
• Apply GD&T to ensure proper component fit and function.
• Plan hands-on prototype builds and testing to validate design feasibility for production release.
• Collaborate with stack manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to ensure low cost, high quality components at required volumes.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

GD&T

FEA/CFD basics

Prototype execution

Cross-functional collaboration

Project multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Job description

Mechanical Engineer II (Stack Engineering)

Status: Exempt (Salaried)

Department: Stack Engineering - 389

Location : Rochester, NY

Position Summary

In this exciting and creative role, you will be responsible for the design of custom fuel cell stack components and incorporation into higher level assemblies (both existing and new product configurations). Using engineering fundamentals, tools, and techniques, you will be responsible for the detailed design of various fuel cell components to meet cost, manufacturability, performance, and reliability requirements. The ideal candidate must be able to create and maintain large 3D CAD assembly models, individual part models/drawings, and associated bills of materials. As part of a cross functional team, you will plan out and conduct hands on prototype builds and testing to validate design functionality and feasibility for production release. The candidate should be creative, self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to handle multiple project assignments within a fast-paced engineering organization including ability to resolve quality and manufacturing related stack issues. This role is to be based out of Plug Power's Rochester Innovation Center.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Support required engineering design activities for fuel stack components from concept through detailed design, prototyping, and production release
• Develop and apply engineering fundamentals, modeling tools, and analysis techniques to ensure design requirements are met. Background in FEA and/or CFD is preferred.
• Create and maintain large 3D CAD system assembly models, individual part drawings, and bills of materials (Creo experience preferred)
• Apply tolerance analyses and associated GD&T as required to ensure proper component fit and functionality
• Plan out and conduct hands on prototype builds and testing to validate design functionality and feasibility for production release
• Work with stack manufacturing, quality, and associated suppliers to ensure low cost, manufacturable, high quality components at required production volumes
• Address and resolve design issues as part of prototype and production stack builds
• Support required design changes as part of the change control process
• Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effect (DFMEA) Analyses as required
• Conduct design reviews and develop required design documentation as required
• Support initiatives for new applications, cost reduction, performance & durability improvements
• Support engineering studies and investigations
• Support stack testing activities including component characterization, small scale cell performance, and full scale stack acceptance testing
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Minimum BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

3+ years in the design and development of products from concept through detailed design, prototyping, and production release. Experience in fuel cell stack design or fuel cell systems is preferred.

Strong background in CAD modeling, drawings, and Bill of Materials (both component and assembly level). Creo / Windchill experience preferred.

Experience with use & application of GD&T, FEA, CFD, DFMEAs preferred

Experience with rapid prototyping, high volume manufacturing, DFA, and DFM preferred

Experience with Engineering Change Management processes (ECR, ECN) preferred

Experience in various manufacturing processes (metal forming & welding, coatings, machining, injection molding, etc.) is preferred

Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively with demonstrated analytical skills, attention to detail, and superior communication (written, verbal) skills

Must be driven, self-motivated, and with an excellent track record of project follow through

Must possess the highest ethical standards and a commitment to work quality

Ability to travel for business need up to 10% of the time

Ability to work out of Plug Power's Rochester Innovation Center

Exempt employees are expected to work as many hours as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. This may require more than eight hours a day and more than five days or 40 hours per week.

Pay Rate:

$79,200.00 - $118,800.00

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbur