Senior Simulation Mechanical Engineer (BMS/CMU) (f/m/d)

About Munich Electrification

Munich Electrification is an innovative company founded with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric and connected mobility. We develop innovative electronic control units for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems for our global customers. Our international team is composed of highly motivated and exceptional engineers. As a small and specialized team we are well-aware of the importance of each individual colleague and support and promote each employee according to their abilities and needs. Our office with adjacent prototype and testing lab is located in the heart of Munich at the Heimeranplatz.

This is what we stand for:

- Technological Leadership : We challenge norms, innovate quickly, and anticipate future needs. We take smart risks and learn from outcomes to stay ahead.

- Sustainability : We actively drive change for a sustainable future, aware of our impact and inspiring others to build a better world.

- Team Culture : We believe work should be enjoyable, fostering a spirit of inspiration, celebration, and teamwork across the globe.

- Entrepreneurial Spirit : We embrace change, think big, and push limits with passion.

Your Role

As a Senior Simulation Engineer, you will be part of our expert team of developers on battery management systems (BMS) and cell monitoring boards (CMB) which are among the world-leading ones regarding safety, features, and costs. As part of the hardware development team, you will be involved in all aspects of the development cycle for our mechanical components, with a specific focus on virtual validation. You will be responsible for the mechanical and thermal integrity of our products, performing the calculations and simulations necessary to meet rigorous automotive specifications. You will have a decisive influence on the technical concepts of our future products through your work in predicting performance under extreme conditions.

Your future tasks at a glance

• Virtual Validation: Responsibility for (electro-)mechanical products from concept design to production release through advanced simulation.
• Mechanical Analysis: Lead structural simulations focusing on Shock & Vibration to ensure durability against vehicle road loads.
• Thermal Management: Provide technical leadership in the analysis and optimization of high current/high voltage devices with a strong emphasis on thermal management solutions.
• Standard Compliance: Ensure product designs meet automotive standards such as ISO 16750 (Mechanical/Thermal), LV 124, and UN 38.3.
• Testing & Correlation: Design and build test setups to validate simulation concepts and correlate virtual models with physical lab results.
• Cross-functional Lead: Lead the development with electronics engineers to ensure requirements of the assembly are met, specifically regarding heat dissipation and PCB stress.

What you bring with you

• Successfully completed university degree in engineering, preferably mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronics.
• At least 5 years of experience in mechanical development and simulation, with a preference for HV-components and battery electronics. Strong preference for experience simulating plastic and glass filled plastic structures.
• Proficiency in CAD design and simulation tools (e.g., preferably Ansys, Star-CCM+, FESAFE or similar) for field reliability and design analysis.
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing (injection molding, stamping) and how these processes affect simulation accuracy. Knowledge of Moldflow simulations is desirable.
• Experience with environmental, reliability, and safety requirements for automotive and industrial products.
• Highly motivated, willing to take ownership, and possessing strong communication skills in English and German.

Our Offer & Benefits

The chance to be part of a highly innovative, agile, and unique team with prestigious customers in the automotive and battery storage sector. You will gain a deeper knowledge around connected & electric vehicle batteries, battery management and electronics development and strive in an exciting work environment

Benefits (Full-time Employees):

- Trust-based working hours and hybrid work

- Adequate and competitive compensation

- Pension Plan/Bonus

- Free access to the fitness center right next to us or subsidized EGYM Wellpass

- Free snacks, coffee, drinks and lunch (freshly cooked by our chef) every day

- Public transport ticket

- Bike-Leasing via Business Bike

- Experience various inspiring and fun team events

- ME-branded clothing

- Option to "work from anywhere" (6 weeks/year)