Senior Mechanical Engineer, Drivetrain

At SERES, we’re forging a new kind of mobility company by combining the DNA of advanced automotive engineering and design with that of state of the art smart technologies and connectivity to revolutionize the future of premium electric vehicles. From our corporate headquarters in Silicon Valley, we’re bringing the best and brightest together with a common goal of creating the next generation of smart, clean, connected vehicles for you.

Our vision is to deliver premium electric vehicles that enhance the daily lives of our users, allowing them to live more connected, productive lives through the integration of clean technology, advanced hardware, and software. The future of mobility is more than getting from A to B, it’s about keeping connected to provide users customizable features, when they want it.

Responsible for the product development of e-drive and drivetrain systems, including the design, modeling, assembling, testing, and applications in e-powertrain systems, as well as the development plans, procedures, and data analysis. Specifically, the job duties include:

Duties and responsibilities 

Description of duties:

• Demonstrate hands-on proficiency with major CAD tools (e.g., Catia, UG) and FEA tools (e.g., Ansys) for mechanical design and analysis.
• Possess experience and skills in design optimization, as well as NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) simulation, analysis, and testing.
• Exhibit familiarity with e-powertrain development, including design, analysis, testing, prototyping, and manufacturing technologies; demonstrate knowledge of materials, machining processes, heat treatment, electrical insulation, and assembly.
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, and thermal design, analysis, assembly, and testing activities.
• Plan, execute, and analyze design-of-experiments for product validation and durability testing.
• Conduct benchmarking studies of emerging and cutting-edge technologies.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts in prototyping, assembly, and testing phases.
• Maintain expertise in assembly and testing procedures, applying both analytical and hands-on approaches.
• Leverage experience with 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for component and assembly design.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams of engineers and technicians.
• Allocate at least 20% of work time for business travel as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• M.S. degree with 3+ years or B.S.  degree with 5+ years of working experience in relevant industry.
• Great team worker; excellent problem solving and communication skills.

SERES is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.