Full-Time

Mechanical Engineer

Posted on 8/15/2024

EVgo

EVgo

201-500 employees

Operates fast charging stations for EVs

Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$125k - $150kAnnually

+ Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Junior, Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Minimum of a BS in mechanical engineering or related field.
  • Experience with sheet metal component design and fabrication, injection molded plastics, and Class-A Surfaces.
  • Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar CAD packages.
  • Has worked on products that have been brought to the market.
  • Be a good self-starter, have a strong ability to deal with ambiguity, establish priorities, and proceed with objectives with limited supervision.
  • Can manage suppliers and can multi-task on different projects.
Responsibilities
  • Own mechanical design of Class-A surfaces for DC Fast Charger equipment.
  • Responsible for UI/UX components such as HMI screen and LED features.
  • Assist with wire harness specifications and designs.
  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Systems, Electrical, Software, and Test and Validation teams to determine component requirements, specifications, and test parameters.
  • Perform studies on charging cable management.
  • Responsible for maintaining BOM and sourcing components.
  • Responsible for generating and releasing 3D models, 2D drawings, schematics, and tracking version control.
  • Source and manage suppliers including enclosures, chassis, and electrical components.
  • Ensure design maturity through characterizations and hands-on test builds of prototype hardware.
  • Support Manufacturing with work process development and EOL tests procedures.
  • Assist with the development of field installation guides.
  • Occasional domestic and international required.

EVgo provides fast charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and operates the largest public fast charging network in the United States, with over 800 stations across 66 markets. The company caters to individual EV owners, commercial businesses, retail locations, and government entities, as well as ride-sharing and autonomous vehicle fleets. EVgo's charging stations are designed to meet the growing demand for convenient and reliable charging options as more consumers and businesses adopt electric vehicles. The company generates revenue by charging users for electricity at its stations and through partnerships with commercial and retail businesses to install charging stations, often involving revenue-sharing agreements. EVgo's goal is to support the increasing number of electric vehicles on the road by providing essential charging infrastructure, ensuring high reliability and convenience for its users.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$478.2M

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • EVgo received a $1.25 billion loan for significant infrastructure expansion.
  • Partnerships with LS Power enhance EVgo's sustainability initiatives and renewable energy synergies.
  • Federal support aligns with EVgo's expansion, boosting clean energy job creation.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Clearlight Energy entering the EV charging market.
  • Rapid expansion may lead to operational challenges and resource strain for EVgo.
  • Departure of former executive Ivo Steklac may indicate potential talent drain.

What makes EVgo unique

  • EVgo operates the largest public fast charging network in the U.S. since 2010.
  • EVgo's chargers are compatible with all EV models accepting DC fast charging.
  • EVgo partners with commercial and retail businesses for strategic charging station locations.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

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