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Toyota Material Handling · 6 hours ago

ESS Mechanical Engineer

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$134K/yr - $171K/yr

10+ years exp

Toyota Material Handling is seeking an Energy Solutions Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of Lithium-Ion Battery Pack and Fuel Cell energy storage systems. The role involves collaboration across disciplines to ensure robust mechanical and thermal management solutions, while managing procurement and validation activities.

Autonomous VehiclesIndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering, Styling, Manufacturing Engineering, Validation/Test, and key suppliers

Translate system-level, regulatory, and customer requirements into detailed mechanical/thermal product specifications

Design mechanical systems and components that package, structurally support, thermally manage, and electrically interface Li-Ion cells/modules

Drive strategies that maximize design/component reuse, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and serviceability

Specify key components and materials, including structures, fuses, housings, heating/cooling elements, and sealing solutions

Own the creation and release of 2D/3D drawing packages, perform tolerance analysis, and apply best practices in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Support or lead manufacturing process development and Design for Manufacturing Reviews

Act as a liaison between internal engineering teams and suppliers, ensuring clear translation of technical requirements

Provide input on Battery Management System (BMS) and high-voltage electrical system integration

Author test plans, execute lab testing, and analyze/interpret results

Develop design and process documentation including DFMEAs, PFDs, and PFMEAs

Evaluate and select suppliers based on specifications and validation data; assist in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Create and maintain mechanical system DVP&Rs; support overall system-level DVP&R efforts

Ensure parts are available for prototype builds and support validation/test events

Troubleshoot mechanical issues related to energy storage systems across development phases

Participate in continuous learning via technical conferences, industry publications, and professional networks

Qualification

Mechanical designThermal management3D CADElectromechanical systemsEngineering specificationsValidation frameworksProblem solvingCommunicatorTeam-orientedAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering

10+ years of experience in automotive or electro-mechanical product development, with demonstrated success launching products into high-volume production

Strong understanding of electromechanical systems, thermal management, and mechanical design principles

Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g., Creo, CATIA) and able to create production-level design documentation

Experience with CAE tools for thermal, structural, and fluid flow analysis

Demonstrated experience developing Engineering Specifications, Statements of Work (SOWs), and supplier interface documents

Strong communicator, capable of presenting complex technical data internally and externally

Familiarity with industry standards and certifications including UL, IEC, EN, and ANSI

Experienced in validation frameworks including the System V Model

Skilled in structured problem solving (e.g., 8D, Shainin RedX, Six Sigma)

Team-oriented, self-driven, strategic thinker with a high attention to detail

Preferred

Hands-on experience with high-voltage Li-Ion battery packs and modules

Familiarity with tooling/fixturing design for concept validation and production

In-depth knowledge of thermal and structural analysis specific to battery enclosures

Background in energy storage safety and regulatory compliance

Experience working with both prototyping and mass production

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance Bonus

Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays

Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options

100% 401(k) match up to 6%

Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance

Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs

Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development

Best in class work culture!

Company

Toyota Material Handling

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Toyota Material Handling offers a full line of material handling products proudly assembled in the United States, including forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, container handlers, automated guided vehicles, and tow tractors, along with aerial work platforms, fleet management services, and advanced automation engineering and design.

Founded in 1990

Columbus, Indiana, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.toyotaforklift.com/

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