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With a dynamic team of industry experts and a history of award-winning innovations, our company is on a mission to empower industrial users to transition to clean, renewable energy sources. We stand out for our environmentally conscious approach, delivering Li-ion battery systems that not only outperform traditional alternatives but also significantly reduce carbon emissions and lower lifetime costs. By harnessing technology for a greener, more efficient world, maxwell+spark invites passionate, forward-thinking individuals to join us in shaping the future of industrial mobility and creating a cooler, more sustainable world.Under our motive.li brand, we supply customers and global OEMs across South Africa, North America and Europe.\n\nOpportunity/Job Purpose\n\nWhat will you do?\n\nWe're looking for a mechanical engineer who enjoys designing products and seeing them through production. You'll start with a strong design focus, and over time move into leading projects and owning product delivery, including a smooth handover from engineering to production. You'll join at an exciting time, as we roll out a new generation of batteries across our markets.\n\nDuties & Responsibilities\nRole and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: \n\n Design battery enclosures, structures and components in 3D CAD, from concept to fabrication drawings\n\n Lead design and process FMEAs, and drive the resulting actions to closure\n\n Plan and run engineering projects: scope, schedule, risk and reporting\n\n Work closely with our Project Management Office (PMO) on planning, reporting and project gates\n\n Play a key role in rolling out our next generation of battery products, including the full set of engineering and production documentation (drawings, BOMs, build packs, work instructions and test procedures)\n\n Release complete production packs and support first builds\n\n Support OEM projects through customer reviews and certification (UL, CE)\n\n Work with engineering, operations and customers across multiple regions and time zones\n\nDesired Experience & Qualification\nRequirements\n\n BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering\n\n 5+ years in product development or manufacturing\n\n Proven project management experience, design through to production\n\n Hands-on FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) experience, design and/or process\n\n Sheet metal fabrication and welding knowledge\n\n Strong communication and organisation skills\n\n OEM, export or battery experience is a plus\n\nPackage & Remuneration\n\nWhy join us\n\n Work on fast-growing clean energy technology with global customers\n\n Clear path from design into project and delivery leadership\n\n Small, capable team where your work has visible impact\n\n International travel opportunities\n\nInterested?\nHow to apply:\n\nIf you're interested in applying for this position, visit Careers – maxwell+spark (maxwellandspark.com). If you have not heard back from us within 2 weeks please consider your application as not being successful.\n\nThe Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. 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