Lead Mechanical Engineer, Structures

About the Company

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. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the Node’s primary and secondary structures
• 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
• Mentor and guide other engineers and designers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Oversee project documentation and create detailed engineering releases using drawings and GD&T
• Partner closely with Manufacturing and Operations teams to achieve cost and performance targets
• Develop and maintain expert level use of CAD software for engineering definition and release

Requirements

• Degree in mechanical, aerospace, naval, or marine engineering
• 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 structural FEA
• Demonstrated experience building teams, leading, and mentoring engineers
• Work history including at least five design, build, test, deploy cycles for complex systems
• Ability to travel to vendors and test sites as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field
• Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter
• Understanding of marine systems (welded structures, hydraulics, pneumatics, industrial automation)
• Experience with Python, Julia, or Mathematica
• Knowledge of engineering standards such as ASME Y14.5

Benefits

• Cash compensation of $235,000 - $285,000
• Company equity
• 100% company-paid gold level PPO health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Flexible paid time off
• 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA options
• Relocation assistance to Portland, Oregon