Mechanical Design Engineer
£45-55k / Hybrid - London
IONATE is a deep tech scale-up building the hardware and software backbone for smart grids. Our mission is to transform power systems - from grids and microgrids to renewables and data centers - unlocking the massive potential in this under-innovated sector that touches every aspect of our modern lives.
Our team is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who will be responsible for developing next-generation mechanical systems from concept to series production. Requiring previous hands-on experience in mechanical design, test and manufacturing, this position will involve working across our hardware team, focusing on converter design and thermal cooling systems with a high degree of electro-mechanical integration.
You will need an innovative approach to engineering with well-grounded reasoning and drive for continuous improvement. Importantly you will contribute to live ongoing projects and work with the team to continue developing our HIT technology.
What you will do:
- Work in close tandem with power electronics and electrical engineers to design next-generation mechanical assemblies for converters, switchgear, control, and protection equipment.
- Design and develop cabinet enclosures, electro-mechanical interfaces, and custom components, working closely with manufacturing partners and designers.
- Architect, build and test air-to-air and liquid-to-air cooling systems for high-power components and power modules.
- Use our well-equipped workshop to build and test new prototype concepts.
- Participate in hands-on design validation and testing in the lab/workshop and field environments as part of our multi-disciplinary team.
- Be responsible for hardware and component selection, working alongside procurement specialists to maintain BOMs and manage supply chain risks.
- Create and maintain documentation including requirements documents, testing reports, data packs for manufacturing and installation manuals.