Mechanical Design Engineer

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

Location: Bangalore, India

ABOUT FLUENCE 

Fluence, a Siemens and AES company, is the global market leader in energy storage technology solutions and services. Fluence is creating a more sustainable future by combining the agility of a technology company with the expertise and vision of two respected industry giants.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are a start up with a purpose to transform the way we power our world. It requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading 

Fluence currently has 11 gigawatts of projects in operation or awarded across 47 countries and territories worldwide—and we are growing every day. 

We are Responsible 

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. 

We are Agile 

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun 

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will:  

•Be part of Battery energy storage new enclosure R&D team.

•Will closely work with New Product development team, engineers from non-mechanical domain, program managers, product manager, requisition team and other stakeholders.

•Interreact with advance manufacturing team, contract manufacturer and develop the new generation Battery energy storage enclosures.

•Responsible for the timely releases of engineering design, product drawings and documentation. Perform concept and detailed Design & calculations using cutting edge tools and prepare procurement specifications for enclosure subcomponents such as safety system, thermal components etc..

•Identify risk & opportunities and deliver the creative solutions.

•Ensure product design standards are adhered to common international standards, such as NFPA/ASME/ANSI/ISO/IEEE/DNV.

•Be involved in root cause analysis (5 Why’s, fishbone, DFMEA etc…) when a problem statement is raised inside engineering.

•Lead, manage and own the Enclosure interfaces with other engineering cross-functions.

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence? 

•Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 5+ years of experience in the field of BESS enclosure or electromechanical enclosure design and development from conceptual stage to mass production.

OR

Master’s degree with specialization in engineering mechanics, design and CAD or equivalent and have 3+ years of experience in BESS enclosure design and engineering. Strong experience with large Battery Energy Storage system (BESS) Enclosure design from conceptual stage to mass production.

•Hands on with GD & T, ASME Y14.5-2018 drafting standards & can perform Stack up analysis using monte Carlo or RSS simulation. Strong in structural design calculation with emphasis on manufacturing processes.

•Know-how of end-to-end design and development of new products. Hands on with Creo, BOM, Windchill, PLM, Quality control, supplier qualification & design reviews.

•Knowledge in model-based design (MBD), AI generative design tools like Creo GTO and GDX or equivalent tools like Ansys Discovery Modeling. 

•Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas and findings in a clear and concise manner.

•Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically, solve problems, and make informed decisions.

•Strong skillset in structural design – ISO containers, Customized Enclosure component & material selection, DFMEA, DFM & DFA, hands on with cutting-edge tools such as ANSYS (FEA)

•Strong proficiency in smart simple design, analytical calculations.

•Extremely devoted and lively individual

•Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

•Excellent communication skills.

•Comfortable of working in a highly dynamic and changing environment and adapt to shifting customer priorities.

•The ideal candidate will have a broad mechanical engineering background as well as strong proficiency in mechanical design.

Agile

Here at Fluence, we strive to continuously improve, be intellectually curious and be adaptive to our customers’ s and employee’s needs. Collaboration is key, both in our partnerships with our customers, and with each other. Fluence prioritizes the most critical efforts that allow for the greatest impact. 

•Fluency in English - excellent verbal and writing skills; international work experience is a plus

•Ability to work collaboratively in remote teams, teamwork

•Familiarity with Agile methods

•Innovative and creative problem-solving skills

•Excellent communication and presentation skills

•Self-motivated and willing to take initiative, customer orientation

Fun

Working on transforming a fundamental part of our society is exciting and fulfilling. It requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed. We respect our coworkers and customers. We listen to what others have to say, and we are inclusive.

APPLY

Fluence uses LinkedIn Talent Hub to manage our recruitment process. To be considered for this and all roles at the company, applicants must apply directly on LinkedIn here.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.