Junior Mechanical Engineer

ZincNyx Energy Solutions is developing a range of energy storage products based on a novel zinc-air fuel cell technology. A substantial market for these products exists in utility, commercial, industrial, remote power generation and similar applications. With powerful backing and a committed nucleus ZincNyx is expanding its product development team to capitalize on this rare opportunity.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop mechanical designs at the system, subsystem and component level
• Select mechanical, electro-mechanical and fluid system components
• Collaborate with electro-chemical and Computational Fluid Dynamics modeling specialists
• Analyze designs using 3D modeling and FEA
• Prepare designs suitable for prototyping and/or high volume manufacturing processes
• Propose and investigate cost-reduction strategies
• Identify and test appropriate materials for long life performance
• Provide SolidWorks models/drawings, using ASME Y14.5 standards
• Prepare plans for functional, performance and lifetime testing
• Prepare design documentation for internal and external customers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Three years’ experience in mechanical design in a related field
• Experience with prototype development and testing
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Must be fluent in English with excellent communication skills

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with transporting solids in fluids
• Experience with electro-chemical products and processes
• Experience in CFD

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary with generous benefits

Location:

Vancouver, B.C.

Great location!  Located close to the Canada Line Marine Drive SkyTrain station.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:  careers@zincnyx.com