What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer - PDUs & RPPs position at Accelevation?
Mechanical Engineer
Location: Miamisburg, OH - Onsite
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures, and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design and development of Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and Remote Power Panels (RPPs) that serve mission‑critical environments. Your work will directly influence product durability, manufacturability, and integration of electrical systems into robust mechanical enclosures. You’ll collaborate closely with electrical, manufacturing, and vendor partners to bring high‑quality, production‑ready products from concept through validation.
This role is well‑suited for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys turning designs into real, buildable hardware and thrives in a fast‑growing, high‑accountability environment.
Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process. If you're unsure about a job posting, apply directly at https://www.accelevation.com to stay safe.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values — we appreciate and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures. We enthusiastically build teams that celebrate and embrace the contributions of everyone, fostering an environment of welcome and respect for all. As part of our pre‑hire process, we may conduct a background check. We use E‑Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Location: Miamisburg, OH - Onsite
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures, and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design and development of Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and Remote Power Panels (RPPs) that serve mission‑critical environments. Your work will directly influence product durability, manufacturability, and integration of electrical systems into robust mechanical enclosures. You’ll collaborate closely with electrical, manufacturing, and vendor partners to bring high‑quality, production‑ready products from concept through validation.
This role is well‑suited for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys turning designs into real, buildable hardware and thrives in a fast‑growing, high‑accountability environment.
Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
- Designing mechanical enclosures and assemblies for PDUs, RPPs, and related power distribution equipment
- Creating detailed 3D models, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) using SolidWorks
- Designing sheet metal components optimized for manufacturability, cost, and assembly (DFM/DFA)
- Collaborating with electrical engineers to integrate electrical components, cable routing, and mounting features into mechanical designs
- Working closely with fabrication vendors to validate designs, resolve manufacturability concerns, and ensure quality standards are met
- Supporting prototyping, testing, and product validation activities
- Assisting with root cause analysis of design or manufacturing issues and implementing corrective improvements
- Supporting engineering change requests and maintaining accurate design documentation
- Contributing to continuous improvement of mechanical design standards and best practices
- Performing other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 3–4 years of relevant experience in mechanical design
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings
- Experience designing sheet metal enclosures and components
- Understanding of mechanical integration within electrical products, enclosures, or similar systems
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as laser cutting, punching, bending, and welding
- Strong problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
- Experience designing PDUs, RPPs, switchgear, or similar electrical enclosures
- Knowledge of thermal management, airflow, and structural considerations for electrical equipment
- Familiarity with relevant UL standards
- Experience using PDM systems and managing revision control
- Exposure to ERP systems and BOM management
- Safety: Proactively fosters a culture of safety in our work environment.
- Inclusion: Appreciates and respects individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures.
- Speed: Operates with a sense of urgency, recognizing the competitive advantage of being swift and responsive.
- Innovation: Consistently seeks opportunities to simplify processes and continuously improve.
- Judgement: Ability to exercise discretion and lead initiatives autonomously.
- Accountability: Ability to hold self and others to the highest of standards.
- Competitive salary and performance bonus
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Collaborative, high‑performance workplace
Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process. If you're unsure about a job posting, apply directly at https://www.accelevation.com to stay safe.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values — we appreciate and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures. We enthusiastically build teams that celebrate and embrace the contributions of everyone, fostering an environment of welcome and respect for all. As part of our pre‑hire process, we may conduct a background check. We use E‑Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.