Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer – EV Platforms & Prototype Vehicles Electric Vehicle | Prototype Development | Mechanical Integration | Contract-to-Hire

Are you passionate about building the next generation of electric vehicles from the ground up?

An emerging electric vehicle company is developing advanced EV platforms and prototype vehicles focused on lightweight architecture, high-performance engineering, and modern electric mobility systems. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer who thrives in fast-paced development environments and wants to play a direct role in shaping cutting‑edge EV technology.

This is a highly hands‑on engineering role offering the opportunity to work across complete vehicle systems — from concept and packaging through prototype builds, validation, and integration. The position will begin as a contract engagement with strong potential to convert into a full-time direct hire opportunity.

• Lead the design and integration of mechanical systems across advanced EV platforms
• Support battery packaging, mounting strategies, structural integration, and thermal considerations
• Collaborate closely with electrical, controls, and cross‑functional engineering teams
• Drive design reviews, engineering change processes, validation activities, and prototype development
• Develop and improve mechanical design standards, processes, and best practices
• Support hands‑on vehicle builds, troubleshooting, and system‑level integration efforts
• Contribute directly to the development of next‑generation electric mobility solutions

• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Background in EV, automotive, mobility, transportation, or prototype vehicle development
• Strong understanding of:
• Battery systems integration
• Chassis and mechanical packaging
• Thermal management considerations
• Vehicle‑level integration
• Prototype and low‑volume development environments
• CAD proficiency and experience creating production‑ready mechanical designs
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑moving, highly collaborative engineering environment
• Startup or early‑stage product development experience is highly desirable

• Work on clean‑sheet EV platforms and prototype vehicles
• High‑impact engineering role with visibility across vehicle development
• Opportunity to help define engineering processes and standards
• Collaborative environment with strong cross‑functional exposure
• Fast‑moving team where engineers have real ownership and influence
• Potential for long‑term direct hire growth

Candidates with experience in the following environments are encouraged to apply:

• Electric vehicle startups
• Automotive OEMs
• Prototype vehicle programs
• Advanced mobility companies
• Motorsports or performance vehicle engineering
• Battery electric vehicle (BEV) development teams

If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, working close to the hardware, and helping bring innovative EV platforms to life, we’d love to hear from you.