Antora Energy

Senior / Staff Turbomachinery Systems Engineer

San Jose, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$154k-$200kDetected 37 days ago

PythonMATLABNegotiationSystems EngineeringLoad TestingCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingAspen HYSYS

About the role

Your work will directly influence plant cost, performance, reliability, operability, and execution risk.
This role will shape projects from early concept development through execution, commissioning, operations, and future fleet optimization.
We are also looking for someone who is excited to improve how engineering work gets done.

Lead steam turbine system definition, sizing, and trade studies for steam turbine islands and adjacent cycles, including sCO₂ and Brayton cycles where applicable.
Drive cross-discipline integration across thermal, mechanical, process, electrical, and controls scope, from heat source interface through generator terminals and balance-of-plant tie-ins.
Serve as the technical lead for turbine OEM and EPC engagement, including RFP development, bid evaluation, technical clarifications, design reviews, and contract negotiation support.
Ensure technical decisions support project economics and customer commitments.
Identify and implement AI tools and workflows that improve engineering productivity, technical rigor, and team execution.
Support commissioning, performance testing, troubleshooting, and early operations for first-of-a-kind plant startups. Translate field learnings into design improvements for future projects and fleet deployment.
We believe that having a diversity of backgrounds and experiences strengthens all of us, and we strive to create an environment where every one of us is empowered to create meaningful change.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, chemical, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
Proven ability to operate across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, thermal, fluids, and controls.
Hands-on cycle modeling experience with Thermoflow, STEAM PRO, PEACE, Ebsilon, IPSEpro, or equivalent tools, including off-design and part-load analysis.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex issues from a first-principles perspective.
Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with shifting priorities and high technical ambiguity.

Advanced degree, such as an MS or PhD, in a related engineering field.
Experience with concentrated solar power technology, thermal cycles, heat transfer oils, or molten salt systems.
Experience with high-temperature thermal systems, energy conversion, and power plant operations.
Experience with industrial process systems, equipment, instrumentation, and controls.
Familiarity with simulation and modeling tools such as Python, MATLAB, ChemCAD, HYSYS, or equivalent.
Professional Engineer license.

Sala ry Basis:
Please note that the salary range listed above reflects Antora Energy's estimated pay for this position.
The actual salary offered will be within the posted range and determined based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experiences, credentials and expertise, as they pertain to the position's requirements.
When it comes to stopping climate change, we need everyone.
We believe that having a diversity of backgrounds and experiences strengthens all of us, and we strive to create an environment where every one of us is empowered to create meaningful change.

We are looking for a Senior / Staff Turbomachinery Systems Engineer to lead the definition, integration, and execution of the power island across our heat-to-power and combined heat and power projects.
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