BESS Mechanical Design

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Job Description - -------------- Key Responsibilities * Mechanical Architecture \& Enclosure Design * Design product and system-level mechanical architecture for: * Solar inverters (string \& central) * PCS \& BESS containers * EV chargers (AC/DC) * Electrolysers \& power supply cabinets * Develop enclosures, cabinets, skids, and container layouts. * Ensure IP protection, corrosion resistance, and environmental robustness. * Thermal \& Cooling Design * Design thermal management solutions: * Forced air cooling * Liquid cooling (cold plates, heat exchangers) * Perform thermal simulations (CFD) and support validation. * Optimize airflow paths, heat sink design, and component placement. * Structural \& Mechanical Analysis * Perform structural analysis for: * Static \& dynamic loads * Transportation \& seismic conditions * Ensure compliance with wind, seismic, and shock/vibration requirements. * Design for safe lifting, handling, and installation. * Integration with Electrical \& Control Systems * Coordinate with electrical and control teams on: * Component placement \& clearances * Cable routing and bending radius * EMI shielding \& segregation * Ensure creepage, clearance, and safety requirements are mechanically supported. * DFM, DFA \& Industrialization * Design for manufacturability, assembly, and serviceability. * Select materials and finishes considering cost, durability, and environment. * Support prototype builds, NPI, and production ramp-up. * Drive cost reduction and weight optimization initiatives. * Testing, Validation \& Compliance * Support mechanical and environmental testing: * Thermal cycling * IP / ingress tests * Vibration \& shock tests * Support certification to IEC, UL, and ISO standards. * Resolve mechanical field issues and drive corrective actions. * Documentation \& Configuration Control * Prepare and maintain: * 3D models \& 2D drawings * BOMs \& assembly instructions * Installation and service manuals Ensure proper revision and change management