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Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Milpitas, CA, USA
5-5 Annually
Senior level
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Milpitas, CA, USA
5-5 Annually
Senior level
Design and validate mechanical systems using CATIA and ANSYS, focusing on production-ready solutions through collaboration and leadership.
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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 with customizable features when they want it.


Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design and product development. The role focuses on designing and validating complex mechanical systems using CATIA for 3D modeling and ANSYS (or equivalent FEA tools) for structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis.

This is a technical leadership role suited for engineers who excel at solving complex design challenges and mentoring others while delivering high-quality, production-ready solutions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

 The successful candidate will be responsible for driving designs from concept through production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability. A strong background in materials, GD&T, and design for manufacturability is required. Experience in automotive, aerospace, or high-precision industries is highly desirable.

Qualification:

  • 3D CAD design using CATIA (or equivalent)
  • FEA simulation and validation with ANSYS (structural, thermal, dynamic)
  • Mechanical system design and analysis
  • GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Materials selection and application
  • Design for manufacturability (DFM) and cost optimization
  • Prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership

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.

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SF Motors Inc Santa Clara, California, USA Office

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