Senior Mechanical Engineer

At FreeWire we fundamentally change the way businesses and utilities electrify. We build battery-based energy storage systems that provide clean and quiet power anywhere it’s needed, reducing the cost and accelerating deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. FreeWire’s solutions are evolving from providing ultrafast EV charging services to a full suite of energy services to accelerate sustainable electrification and provide resiliency to customers and a distributed power source to utilities. FreeWire has secured major strategic investors from Fortune 100 companies and serves leading corporate, utility, and retail customers. The feedback on the Boost Charger, FreeWire’s DC fast charger, has been overwhelmingly positive as we electrify locations that would have been too expensive to power on using conventional charging solutions. Utilities are releasing RFPs with requests for battery backed solutions, their regulatory teams are including our technology as eligible for incentives, and they are seeking cost effective solutions as they electrify their fleets and provide utility owned charging solutions for the public.

FreeWire has deployed battery-integrated chargers with Fortune 100 companies, commercial customers, fleets, retail locations, and gas stations. In addition to its partnership with bp pulse, FreeWire and ampm, a bp subsidiary and convenience store chain with over 1,000 locations, have already deployed multiple public charging stations in the U.S. FreeWire’s regulatory affairs and policy team keeps customers up to date on federal, state, and utility incentive opportunities, which in some cases cover up to 80% of the cost of the charging station, and the company recently announced that the Boost Charger is Buy America compliant. Learn more at www.freewiretech.com and follow us @FreeWireTech.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Newark, CA

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the detail, design, and development of mechanical components and assemblies used in advanced electro-mechanical applications from concept to end of life
• Design and develop products, components, processes, and systems using broad engineering concepts and research techniques
• Document design specifications
• Work with other engineers, providing CAD design from product inception to released fabrication drawings
• Assists in product bill of materials (BOM) construction
• Provides support of material procurement by interfacing with suppliers/fabricators
• Provides support to other cross functional teams including but not limited to: resolving field issues, customer concerns, and others related to the quality and reliability of our products
• Provides support of existing product designs through the production cycle by incorporating engineering change orders (ECO)
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required; MS in Mechanical Engineering a plus
• 5-7 years of relevant mechanical design work experience
• Proficient in the use of CREO Parametric preferred; other 3-dimensional CAD software may be considered
• Proficient in the use of Windchill and Arena PLM; other PLM systems may be considered
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing described in ANSI Y14.5
• Knowledge of design, DFM, DFX, lean manufacturing methods of sheet metal, plastics, welding, assembly, wire harnesses, electrical-mechanical interfaces
• Ability to work effectively with other design disciplines as well as manufacturing to create design solutions that address often-conflicting requirements
• Must be creative, open-minded, a good communicator, and a good listener
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to communicate clearly to technical and non-technical employees
• Ability to write clear technical documentation
• Ability to effectively plan and organize projects and manage priorities
• Acute attention to detail and deadlines

Additional Requirements:

• Some repetitive motion activities
• Visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical information
• Able to use a computer/keyboard for extended periods of time
• Able to use office & test equipment and computers/peripherals n a standard office and computer lab environment
• May be required to lift/move up to 25 lbs. with assistance
• Fast-paced, schedule driven environment
• Willing and able to work extended hours when necessary

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to changes or amendments to meet the evolving needs of the company. Thus, this position may include responsibilities or duties not specifically stated, but which may be deemed necessary.

FreeWire offers competitive benefits, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• Dog Friendly

We provide compensation packages that include base pay, benefits, and equity, and it is not typical for someone to be hired at the top end of the range for the role. Actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including location, skills, and experience level.

At FreeWire Technologies, we offer fair and equal opportunities to all our candidates and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability status, parental status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. FreeWire Technologies believes in hiring individuals only based on their qualifications and experiences that meet our business requirements to fill the positions.