Mechanical Engineering Team Lead

About Us: 

At Intramotev, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the freight industry by liberating tons of freight from congested highways, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing transportation efficiency. We are deploying self-propelled battery-electric railcars and vehicles to transform freight logistics and bring innovation to our rail network. Based in St. Louis, MO, we are committed to promoting industrial revitalization, saving lives, and minimizing the environmental impact of trucking/transportation. We actively foster a work environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Role Overview: 

Intramotev is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Engineering Team Lead to guide our talented design team. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical direction and execution of all mechanical systems for our autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles. You will lead a team of design engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration. This position requires a seasoned leader with a strong background in designing complex systems for vehicles or industrial equipment, who can drive projects from concept to production. This is a full-time, in-office position, based out of St. Louis, MO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of mechanical design engineers, overseeing their work and fostering their professional and technical development.
• Establish the technical roadmap and vision for the mechanical engineering team, aligning it with company objectives and project requirements.
• Direct the complete design lifecycle of mechanical systems, including structures, powertrains, thermal management, and braking systems, from initial concept to final production.
• Oversee the creation and review of complex 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and comprehensive structural and thermal analyses (FEA).
• Drive accountability for project milestones, ensuring the team delivers high-quality designs on schedule and within budget.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for mechanical engineering, collaborating with cross-functional leaders in software, electrical, and manufacturing.
• Champion best practices in design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
• Resolve the most challenging technical issues and make critical decisions regarding mechanical design and architecture.

Team Dynamics:

• Work within dynamic teams on diverse projects, typically ranging from 3-10 members.
• Foster excellent interpersonal and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Adapt to evolving project objectives and requirements.
• Engage in occasional domestic travel to support integration, demonstration, and customer engagement.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Develop your career with a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming rail technology.
• Innovative Environment: Contribute to groundbreaking projects that bridge the past and future of rail transport.
• Impactful Work: Be a key player in creating solutions that promote a more sustainable and efficient rail network.

About You:Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 12 years of experience in mechanical engineering and design for vehicles or complex industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated experience leading a team of design engineers, including performance management and career development.
• Expert-level proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, Fusion, or similar).
• Willingness to expand into technical areas beyond your area of expertise; ability to develop innovative and novel approaches.
• Fluent in both written and verbal English.
• U.S. Person (immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Candidate should have a working knowledge of one or (ideally) multiple areas listed below:
• Proven track record of taking complex mechanical systems from initial concept through to successful production launch.
• Experience in directly applicable industries, such as Rail, Electric Vehicles, Automotive, Aerospace, or Heavy Machinery.
• Deep expertise in advanced structural analysis (FEA), vehicle dynamics, and/or thermal management systems.
• Experience developing and managing engineering budgets and project schedules.
• Experience working across organizational boundaries and collaborating with other engineering disciplines at a leadership level.
• Experience working in Agile environments for hardware development.

Typical Education and Experience: 

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 12 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master + 10 years' related work experience).

Relocation: 

This position offers a competitive relocation package for qualified candidates.

Schedule: 

Full time, based in St. Louis, MO.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Intramotev is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

If you're a passionate engineering leader ready to steer the future of autonomous rail technology, we’d love to hear from you!