Range Energy (Range) is accelerating the electrification of commercial transportation via powered trailers for the heavyduty truck market. With a solution that can easily hook up to any class 8 tractor Ranges powered trailers save fuel reduce emissions and meet its commercial partners immediate needs and longterm ambitions. At Range we are a community of makers doers and creators. Our mission is to make towing cleaner safer and more efficient. Were driven by a dedication to simplifying complexity an empathy for our customers and a passion for innovation. Join us in revolutionizing transportation.
Position Snapshot
Range is looking for a talented Mechatronics Design Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role you will support our engineers by creating mechanical and electrical designs that are critical to our technical and manufacturing progress. This role will require a wide breadth of knowledge of all aspects of mechanical engineering including mechatronics. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with high engineering skill and those who are eager to contribute to the development of cuttingedge electric vehicle technology.
Range Energy values applicants of all different backgrounds experiences and skill sets. If you think you could excel in this role (regardless if you meet all the qualifications) we encourage you to apply. Range Energy is an equal opportunity employer which means that we consider applicants for hire and make employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status disability age genetic information or other legally protected status. Range Energy is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who request an accommodation. If you need a reasonable accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at
Inside the Role
Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD layouts and drawings which meet the system technical requirements and can be produced by internal and external suppliers.
Collaborate closely with engineers to understand design requirements and ensure accuracy and functionality in all system designs and drawings.
Participate in design reviews to receive and offer critical constructive feedback and recommendations on design improvements.
Organize CAD files by creating a BOM in PLM software to clearly communicate design intent internally for engineering validation and externally to suppliers for mass production.
Contribute to the development of supplemental design documentation such as assembly instructions test reports and cost analysis.
Assist in the development of prototypes by working with in house fabrication and technicians to help build your designs with your own hands.
Verify your design by simulation and test with support from internal and external test engineers and labs.
The Must Haves
Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree
Minimum of 35 years experience in job related experience
Proficiency in CATIA V5 or V6 and FEA simulation software
Ability to create mechanical layouts combining structural elements actuators transducers and HMI interfaces
Ability to create interpret and build simple electrical circuit and wiring diagrams
Demonstrated successful track record of design ownership of a complete mechatronics system from start to finish
Experience designing automotive High Voltage DC systems
Attention to detail when creating 2D and 3D layouts and drawings
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines and business functions
Ability to work onsite in a dynamic environment with handson involvement on the build floor
Bonus Points
Leadership experience in collegiate level student design competitions
Prior internship or coop experience in an engineering environment.
Familiarity with automotive engineering standards manufacturing technology and electric vehicles
Demonstrated handson experience in a fabrication shop using machine tools
Other Requirements
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment and components. Comfortable with occasional bending kneeling and climbing as required for infrastructure maintenance.
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required for training pilot support conferences or to support remote office locations.
While we appreciate the importance of schedule flexibility its essential to note that the nature of this role necessitates a regular and consistent onsite presence.
Range Energys compensation package includes a competitive salary equity for all fulltime roles and a generous benefits package. The salary range for Mountain View CA based applicants is between $145000 $180000 annually. The total compensation will be determined based on multiple factors including domain knowledge experience and location.
Range Energy participates in EVerify in the United States. Range Energy will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization.
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