Careers at AES!

We have an opportunity for an ambitious, self motivated person to join our forward thinking team as an Electrical Engineer. In this role you will be the primary point of contact between electrical and engineering; assisting both our standard production line and our custom team, where needed. Your contribution will be pivotal in ensuring projects hit all timing and fiscal benchmarks. You will be expected to develop designs, propose solutions, and generate BOM’s, accurately and efficiently. In this role you will have the opportunity to work on some very interesting projects for industry leading clients. This will all be accomplished with the latest technology and the full support of engineering, manufacturing, and service.

Who we are

We are an innovative manufacturing company that focuses on growth and technology and enjoys having fun along the way. We have built an extensive and loyal customer base spanning aerospace, electronics, and automotive with significant involvement in the global expansion of the battery industry. We work with many of the major tech companies as well as brands such as Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Meta, Google, and Harley Davidson.

Primary responsibilities

• Perform calculations related to control panel design including power distribution. Experience performing and documenting Electrical Load Analyses (ELAs) on single, dual and 3 phase applications.
• Develop solutions aimed at increased efficiency and repeatability.
• Develop and iterate on control panel and electrical device layouts.
• Create all wiring diagrams in Solidworks electrical, following all ANSI & IEC standards.
• Generate and execute engineering change orders.
• Generate Bill of Material that satisfies customer specifications and system specifics
• Create and maintain work procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all IEC, NEC, CE, and, IPC requirements, including UL 508A & UL 610101.
• Troubleshoot existing designs and develop creative improvements for efficiency and surge capability, along with testing and manufacturing throughput.
• Assist in debugging field wiring issues with electricians.
• Define electrical components to be used in an electrical control system.
• Review and comment on supplier data as required.
• Designing alternative and/or replacement parts for existing equipment.
• Working with purchasing for part availability and cost.

Skills

• Knowledge of 2D CAD software is required, SolidWorks Electrical strongly preferred
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, required.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring troubleshooting, required.
• Five or more years of Electrical Engineering experience, required
• A four year degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, preferred.
• Five or more years of designing schematics for electrical control panels, preferred.
• Wire Harness Design experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical codes including NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 61010 / UL 508A, preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge, required.
• Great communication skills, required
• Great attention to detail, required
• Familiarity with current electrical engineering trends.
• An innovative mindset and positive attitude.

What do we offer:

• A truly collaborative environment with a Senior Management Team that helps to shape the future of the Company.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A casual dog friendly work environment with a small company atmosphere! Check out our website and facebook for a look at our company culture and our four legged team members.

*Associated Environmental Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

*Applicants must have the ability to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship, now and in the future.

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Drive Innovation. Model with Precision. Build the Future.

We’re looking for an expert-level Senior/Chief Mechanical Engineer to serve as the highest technical authority in mechanical design at Associated Environmental Systems (AES). In this role, you will own the mechanical release process, sheet metal design, and CAD ecosystem while collaborating closely with refrigeration and electrical engineers. You’ll lead critical projects, elevate standards, and mentor others — shaping the future of AES’s product line for top-tier clients like Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Meta, Google, and Harley-Davidson.

Who We Are

AES is a fast-growing, innovative manufacturing company at the intersection of technology, engineering, and sustainability. Our environmental test chambers support aerospace, automotive, battery development, and electronics industries worldwide. We foster a collaborative, fun, and dog-friendly culture where talented people build what’s next using the latest tools and strong internal standards.

The Opportunity

As AES’s chief mechanical engineering authority, you will:

• Lead design and release of complex, custom, and high-visibility projects.
• Ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance of mechanical deliverables.
• Provide expert guidance in sheet metal design and CAD standards.
• Own CAD libraries, templates, automation, and training across engineering.
• Review and sign off on DFMEAs, FEA, CFD, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Evolve Methods of Manufacture to support lean, accurate production.

Primary Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Engineering Releases (≈70%)

• Engineer and 3D model sheet metal structures and assemblies in SolidWorks 2021/24 (expert-level).
• Integrate refrigeration and electrical components into assemblies for complete designs.
• Develop clean, parametric drawings compliant with ASME and AES standards.
• Generate BOMs collaboratively across disciplines, ensuring lean accuracy.
• Create and manage laser files in Lantek Expert.
• Execute ECOs with strict attention to documentation and version control.
• Peer review CAD models and drawings to drive consistency and manufacturability.

Methods of Manufacture & Engineering Sign-Off (≈20%)

• Maintain and update AES’s Methods of Manufacture database for mechanical scope.
• Conduct and review DFMEA, FEA, CFD, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Serve as the mechanical sign-off authority on Tier 2+ projects.
• Provide solutions for schedule/resource conflicts while leaving final scheduling with PMs.

CAD Systems Architect (≈10%)

• Own AES’s CAD ecosystem: libraries, templates, macros, and automation.
• Drive CAD efficiency improvements that reduce design time and rework.
• Train and mentor mechanical engineers in advanced SolidWorks and sheet metal practices.

What You Bring

Must-Have Skills

• Expert-level SolidWorks (7+ years), with mastery of Sheet Metal and PDM.
• Proven ability to model fast, clean, and parametric with strong structure and naming discipline.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) in sheet metal.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer concepts and how design impacts thermal performance.
• Working knowledge of refrigeration and electrical component layout principles.
• Attention to detail: models and drawings should be as clear as your communication.
• Excellent cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.
• Creative, solutions-first mindset.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with environmental systems, refrigeration cycles, or thermal management products.

Performance Metrics

• % error-free mechanical releases.
• Reduction in mechanical release cycle time.
• Adoption of updated Methods of Manufacture.
• CAD throughput and rework reduction.

Why AES?

• Influence: Work directly with leadership and shape AES’s product line.
• Tools: SolidWorks 2021/24, Lantek Expert, Google Suite, and refined internal standards.
• Culture: Collaborative, casual, low-ego, high-talent — and dog-friendly.
• Perks: Competitive salary, great benefits, tuition reimbursement, and projects for major tech brands.

Applicants must have the ability to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship, now or in the future.

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