Senior Mechanical Architect, Power Electronics

Company Information

ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company specializing in engineering, technology, and product development projects. With a team of over 600 professionals, we serve diverse industries including aerospace, medical devices, unmanned systems, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, and rail. Our parent company, ALTEN Group, has over 30 years of experience and operates in 30 countries, employing over 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. We are committed to employee growth, mentorship, and providing comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid time off, and paid parental leave. We were recognized on the 2023 Top Workplaces list.

Position Overview

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This role involves leading the mechanical architecture design for power electronic systems, including high-voltage systems, across various vehicle platforms. The position requires a strong focus on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) and extensive use of CATIA for design development and refinement.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Architecture Design for power electronic systems, including high-voltage systems, across a variety of vehicle platforms.
• Apply a strong DFM/DFA mindset to ensure designs are optimized for efficient manufacturing and assembly from concept through production.
• Develop and present mechanical design layouts based on client specifications; integrate feedback and provide expert-level consultation on design revisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and systems engineers.
• Use CATIA extensively to develop and refine complex mechanical assemblies and packaging solutions.
• Perform and support testing activities to validate mechanical designs against performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure cost-efficiency and suggest improvements that reduce time-to-market and manufacturing expenses.
• Effectively communicate technical details to internal stakeholders and external clients, including executive-level presentations.
• Provide input and oversight on compliance, certification, and reliability testing for global markets.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design for automotive power electronics.
• Demonstrated experience in designing PDUs, PCBs, DC-DC converters, OBCs, inverters, and similar high-voltage components.
• Expert-level proficiency in CATIA for 3D modeling, drawings, and design documentation.
• Strong understanding of thermal management, vibration, EMC/EMI shielding, and environmental sealing.
• Clear and professional communication skills; ability to present proposals to clients and lead technical discussions.
• Proven experience working in cross-functional teams and in client-facing roles.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Budget awareness with the ability to optimize designs for cost and manufacturing efficiency.

Application Instructions

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