Panthalassa

Lead Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Portland, OR · Staff+ · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$235k-$285kDetected 15 days ago

PythonNode.jsFEAGD&TMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationMentoringRenewable Energy

About the role

Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.
The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices.
We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.

Own the design, analysis, and development of Node structures, secondary structures, and subassemblies
Lead and participate in design reviews with the internal team and interface with external fabricators and vendors
Oversee project documentation and create detailed engineering releases using drawings and GD&T as appropriate
Partner closely with our Manufacturing and Operations team to produce new Node designs and design increments that achieve targets for cost and performance
Develop and maintain expert level use of CAD software personally and within the team for engineering definition and release
Demonstrated experience building teams, leading, and mentoring other engineers
A work history that includes at least five design, build, test, deploy/release/produce cycles for complex systems/vehicles

A degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, naval architecture, marine engineering, or another related engineering discipline
10+ years of 3D CAD modeling experience
5+ years experience with large scale, safety critical welded steel structures
Strong fundamental skills with hand calculations and experience with structural FEA
Ability to provide guidance to and receive it from engineers, designers, technicians, and suppliers
An advanced degree in a relevant engineering field or 5 years of additional experience
5+ years in a similar role
Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter
Experience with a programming language like Python, Julia, or Mathematica
Knowledge of engineering standards such as ASME Y14.5

Equity in the company.
We're all owners, and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
Flexible paid time off
Health insurance (100% of gold level PPO plan paid for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Dental insurance (100% paid for full-time employees and 100% for partners and dependents)
Vision insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Disability insurance (100% company-paid long-term coverage)
Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans.
About The Job
We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team and provide technical leadership for the mechanical design and development of our core technology, the "Node." The Node is a device designed to produce energy in the harshest ocean conditions for extended periods without maintenance.
This role is crucial to the success of our mission.
You will be responsible for the backbone of the Node, its structural hull.
This is a role that requires deep structural design experience, ability to make outstanding technical contributions, and leadership abilities that are effective in a humble and high-performance culture.
While defining the design for our Nodes, you will also manage and continue to build the team of mechanical engineers supporting its design.
The ideal candidate is a technical expert and a practical builder comfortable with personally conducting detailed design work, values working alongside our manufacturing team, and is a skilled leader with a passion for developing others.
Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment.
If you are an excellent engineer, regardless of your background, we want you to apply.

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