Automotive Mechanical Design Engineer

Shift EV · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-06-21

Who We AreShift EV is on a mission to electrify transportation and accelerate the global shift to sustainable mobility. Founded in 2021, we developed the first automotive grade industrial retrofitting process to reduce the cost and speed of electrification by an order of magnitude. Our business today spans MENA and Europe, financed by category leading investors. We empower our people with the responsibility to drive change at scale. At Shift EV, your ideas don’t just matter — they shape a more sustainable world. Join us and be part of something bigger: the future of electric mobility.What We’re Looking ForAutomotive Mechanical Designer who has strong knowledge in design structure fixation and hands-on experience in mechanical power systems like cooling, heating, hydraulics, A/C, pneumatic,...etc.).You'll Have Ownership OverDesigning structural elements, housings and fixations for elements in electric vehicles (motors, controller, steering, ...etc.).Selecting and integrating mechanical systems components like (Oil Pumps, Compressors, Vacuum Pumps,…etc.).Verifying that your designs satisfy product requirements.Perform static, dynamic, CFD and thermal analysis as well as modeling of impact dynamics on design parts.Create Bills-of-Materials for release.Collaborating closely with the team for prototyping and testing your systems and making adjustments as needed from initial research and proof of concept to development of the final product version.Address inadequate product performance if necessary.2D&3D drawing using SolidWorks & AutoCAD.You AreBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.A mechanical engineer with 0-3 years of experience, preferably an automotive background.Hands-on experience in cooling systems, hydraulic systems & refrigeration.Familiar with design for manufacturing (DFM) and different manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, …etc.Strong knowledge of design softwares (Solidworks, AutoCAD and Ansys).Ability to multitask and prioritize projects while tracking own responsibilities.A self-initiator who is naturally energized by new ideas and insights from others, able to prioritize projects, communicate progress, and deliver on time.What To Expect From UsA startup where your work and contributions really count, growth-opportunity in a variety of skills and career directions.Shift EV is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity.

Apply for this role

Other open roles at Shift EV

See all 9 open roles at Shift EV →

Related jobs in Engineering & Construction

About Shift EV

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Electrifying commercial fleets globally

What you should know

  • Pionner: Proprietary modular kits allow for a full electric vehicle conversion in as little as one hour
  • Massive Cost Savings: Converted vehicles can achieve an immediate reduction in operating and maintenance costs of approximately 60%
  • 12 Million Kilometers: The company has successfully logged over 12 million kilometers across its fleet of electrified vehicles

Visit the Shift EV hub on Take-Off →