IONETIC is a battery pack technology company, combining advanced software tools and flexible fabrication to deliver high-performance, cost-effective battery solutions for low-volume OEMs. With its cutting-edge Arc system, IONETIC empowers automotive companies to accelerate electrification and future-proof their products for a zero-emission world. As a growing team, we endeavour to provide great opportunities and challenges, within a great team in a great working environment, offering market competitive salaries and benefits. Description We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced Engineer to join our innovative and growing team. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specialising in automotive battery packs, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and optimisation of battery systems for electric vehicles. You will be involved at all stages of the design and manufacturing of battery packs for niche vehicle makers and automotive OEMs to overcome the challenges of electrifying vehicles & accelerating the journey to net-zero emissions. You will be responsible for the inception, development, and release of mechanical system designs across a broad range of company projects. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our battery packs while adhering to industry standards and regulations. Responsibilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimise automotive battery packs, including housing, thermal management, and structural components. Ensure that battery pack designs meet or exceed industry safety standards and regulatory requirements, including crashworthiness, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility. Assess and select materials to meet performance, weight, and cost targets while considering environmental and sustainability aspects. Design effective thermal systems for battery packs to ensure optimal operating temperatures, energy efficiency, and longevity. Conduct structural analysis and simulations to ensure the battery packs can withstand various loads and environmental conditions, including vibration and crash tests. Engage and drive the requirements of DFMEA, and design validation plan as they relate to the mechanical design. Responsibility for the Identify and select appropriate materials for enclosures, gaskets, insulation, and other mechanical components, considering cost, performance, and manufacturability. Collaborate with manufacturing and procurement teams to develop designs that are easy to manufacture, assemble, and maintain while ensuring cost-effectiveness. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment. Plan and support the design activities of prototypes and coordinate with testing teams (both onsite and external) to validate design requirements through comprehensive testing (thermal, vibration, ingress protection, Safety etc.). Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in battery pack designs, processes, and components, with a focus on enhancing performance and reducing costs. Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including CAD models, Bills of Materials, drawings and CAD, and technical reports. Actively participate in technical reviews of product designs, requirements, and specifications. Ensure the timely completion of engineering tasks in alignment with project milestones. Working with the teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives within the mechanical design team by implementing new design techniques, software tools, and industry best practices. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field You must have proven experience in designing automotive battery packs or similar mechanical systems. Proficiency in CAD software (ideally NX) and finite element analysis (FEA) tools. Ability to produce original innovative cost-effective design solutions. Produce drawings and designs adhering to recognized industry standards and practices. Experience of GD&T including Creepage and Clearance Sound knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and materials selection. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication, leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Strong knowledge of automotive safety standards and regulations, including UN ECE R100 and UN38.3. Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and cost analysis. Project management skills and the ability to meet project deadlines. Valid UK driving licence or other suitable arrangements for personal business travel. Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as required by the role.