The need to address climate change and reduce our collective emissions is the biggest challenge we face today. We need affordable and sustainable energy storage to help solve this problem, and we need the best people to do it.
Cheesecake Energy Ltd (CEL) is a fast-growing technology company whose mission is to accelerate the clean energy transition. We are doing this by developing a new technology for industrial-scale energy storage that will be needed in huge numbers as the world moves to intermittent renewables. CEL’s system is made of readily available and fully recyclable materials to store electricity in the form of heat and compressed air – for example we repurpose truck engines to serve as electrically driven piston air compressors. This, combined with our system’s long life and use of circular supply chains, delivers a low environmental impact and allows us to deliver ‘the world's greenest battery’.
At Cheesecake Energy Limited we value Diversity and Inclusion. We are open minded and embrace business and personal growth opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and developing innovative design solutions for products, components, and systems in alignment with customer requirements, industry standards, and company objectives. They will be working with cross-functional teams to conceptualise, develop, and refine designs using advanced CAD software and engineering tools. Responsible for enhancing product functionality, aesthetics, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness, ensuring high-quality design outputs that meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
Design Development and Innovation:
Develop innovative design concepts for products, components, and systems based on customer specifications, technical requirements, and industry trends.
Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or Creo).
Collaborate with the product development team to ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, and performance criteria.
Prototyping and Testing:
Support the development of prototypes and coordinate with prototyping teams to validate design concepts.
Conduct design validation and verification activities, including simulations, analysis, and physical testing.
Analyse test results and iterate designs to resolve any issues and improve product performance and reliability.
Work with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, assembly, and cost-effectiveness.
Evaluate materials, processes, and suppliers to ensure optimal design solutions that meet budgetary and quality requirements.
Implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to streamline production processes.
Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, bill of materials (BOM), and design change orders.
Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Assist in the development and maintenance of design guidelines, best practices, and standard operating procedures.
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive and integrated product development.
Provide technical support and guidance to other team members, stakeholders, and external partners as needed.
Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and project meetings to contribute ideas and feedback.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methods to enhance productivity and quality.
Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in design and engineering.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in product design, mechanical design, or a related field, preferably within the automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, or industrial sectors.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, Creo) and other engineering tools (e.g., FEA software, simulation tools).
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Casting or precision machined component design experience useful
Experience with prototyping, testing, and validation of design concepts.
Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in product design and engineering.