Lightship Security

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Exteriors & Closures

Broomfield, CO · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$130kDetected 77 days ago

SolidWorksCATIAMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringCommunication

About the role

As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.
We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision.
Please attach or link a brief portfolio that highlights specific examples of significant and relevant accomplishments.

Develop and execute mechanical designs for linear actuation, windows/glazings, or closures, from conception through prototyping and production, selecting manufacturing technologies well matched to program volumes and in line with vehicle cost and performance targets.
Develop and release design data and documentation to adequately specify subsystem content at RFQ, prototype and production release phases.
Support selection of suppliers and act as primary contact for vehicle exterior component suppliers through the DFM, prototyping, and production readiness phases.
Plan and carry out component and subsystem level testing to validate designs and identify opportunities for design improvement throughout the phases.
Provide input into, and support the execution of system and vehicle level testing as needed.
As Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you will develop design solutions for the body and exterior systems from concept phase through physical implementation utilizing multiple manufacturing processes.
The team is responsible for glazings, closures, canopy actuation, body panels, and bumpers - you'll own a subset.
Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age.
Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds.

5+ years of relevant experience
Experience designing and engineering similar products, taking them from concept to production manufacturing, ideally in a lower volume environment
Familiarity with DFM for one or more of the following: glass and polycarbonate glazing, sheet metal, molded parts, sealing profiles, CNC machined components, gear mechanisms.
Solid working knowledge of a 3D CAD system, ideally Catia V5 or 3DX Catia (NX or SolidWorks are also considered)
We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

13 Company Holidays: 8 throughout the year + the company observes a week of scheduled downtime during the end of the year, allowing all employees to enjoy a break
BS mechanical/aerospace engineering or similar (MS preferred)

Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.

12 weeks paid parental leave
Yearly LightTrip stipend for an RV trip &/or professional development opportunities

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