Mechanical Test Bed Architect for Battery Systems

Belcan; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Berkeley, CA to design high-fidelity test beds for our cutting-edge iron-air battery tech. You will own the mechanical architecture of cell, module, and pack-level test stands, ensuring data that derisks development and scales with production needs.

You will lead from concept CAD through fabrication, integrate sensors, and collaborate with Electrical, Controls, and Chemical Engineers to deliver robust, safe, and production-ready tools in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience selecting sensors (temperature, humidity, airflow, pressure, etc.) and integrating them into systems.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and/or test equipment development.
• Proficiency with mCAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, etc.).
• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering delivering production-quality tools and designs.
• Strong understanding of safety and compliance in high-power/chemical environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, with balanced speed, rigor, and safety.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: lead mechanical design of complex test beds from concept CAD to fabrication and assembly, including HVAC, thermal, hydrogen, electrolyte, and air-handling systems for BESS components.
• System-Level Integration: create test environments that simulate real-world conditions for battery packs and auxiliary systems (pumps, manifolds, power electronics).
• Derisking & Validation: translate high-level testing requirements into mechanical hardware to identify failure modes early.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with Electrical, Controls, and Chemical Engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and DAQ hardware into designs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Sensor integration

Test equipment development

CAD tools

SolidWorks

NX

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Thermal management

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Belcan is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Berkeley, CA to design high-fidelity test beds for our cutting-edge iron-air battery tech. You will own the mechanical architecture of cell, module, and pack-level test stands, ensuring data that derisks development and scales with production needs.

You will lead from concept CAD through fabrication, integrate sensors, and collaborate with Electrical, Controls, and Chemical Engineers to deliver robust, safe, and production-ready tools in a fast-paced