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Title	Senior Mechanical Engineer
Posted	4719 Day/s Ago.

Reference	(Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors	Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location	California - America North
Type	Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status	Full Time
Level	Senior Level
Deadline	19/07/2011
Company Name	SolarCity
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Description

IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.

SolarCity is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead the development of innovative photovoltaic mounting systems that decrease parts and labor costs, increase installation throughout, while improving aesthetics and durability.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical, structural, seismic, and wind-load analysis on PV mounting systems and components
Prepare detailed part and assembly designs in SolidWorks
Prepare detailed design documentation including dimensioned part drawings, bills of materials, assembly procedures, and test and Q/A procedures
Manage prototyping, testing, and design revisions
Identify and secure required certifications, marks, and regulatory approvals
Select optimal materials and production processes to minimize lifetime system costs
Select and work with suppliers, fabricators, tooling companies, and vendors

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline
5 years of CAD and mechanical design experience
Deep knowledge of SolidWorks
Experience in a metal forming manufacturing methods (sheet metal, extrusions, castings, machining

Additional Information

Desirable but not necessary:

Experience designing mounting hardware for photovoltaic systems
Hands on-experience in metal fabrication
Experience designing injection molded plastic parts

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Senior Mechanical Engineer