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Mechanical Engineer, Structures
$120K–$240K
Palo Alto · On-site · Full-time · Posted Feb 25, 2026
About the job
Designs drivetrain structures for small electric vehicles, from initial concept through validation, prototypes, and mass production.
What you'll do
- Design and model mechanical components and assemblies, and create manufacturing drawings and instructions.
- Perform structural, NVH, sealing, and topology analyses; validate requirements and maintain DFMEAs.
- Coordinate supplier validation and collaborate across engineering teams on production-ready designs and prototype builds.
What they ask for
- Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in 3D/2D modeling, CAE analysis, and hands-on mechanical integration and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency with understanding loads and their application to drive unit components.
- Experience with MATLAB and/or Python; knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, materials, heat treatment, statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials.
Nice to have
- Catia V5/V6 is preferred but not required.
Pay
$120,000 - $240,000 per year (base salary)
Tools
Catia V5/V6, Ansys, Abaqus, Hyperworks, MATLAB, Python
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