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Overview What you'll work on Design, build, and test compact microturbine generators and their mechanical subsystems. Own hard problems across turbomachinery, rotating equipment, thermomechanical systems, and high-temperature materials. Develop ceramic components and manufacturing processes that improve efficiency and cost. Turn early hardware and processes into robust, repeatable production systems. Work directly with a small founding team on ambiguous, high-consequence engineering problems. Who we're looking for Deep experience in turbomachinery, rotating machinery, mechanical engineering, materials science, ceramics, or adjacent systems. A track record of getting difficult physical systems designed, built, tested, and iterated. Strong first-principles judgment paired with hands-on hardware execution. High agency and genuine interest in building an industrial company from the ground up.

Details Experience:

Any (new grads okay)

Pay:

$120k-$200k, full time

Location:

Los Angeles, CA, US Duties Lead mechanical design efforts for turbomachinery components using advanced CAD software such as SolidWorks and Creo, creating detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models aligned with industry standards. Perform tolerance analysis and mechanical detail drawings to ensure precision manufacturing and assembly of complex machine parts. Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulation techniques to validate mechanical integrity, stress distribution, and performance under operational conditions. Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, and systems engineers to develop schematics, machine design concepts, and integrated product solutions. Oversee manufacturing processes by providing technical guidance on machining, assembly, and quality control procedures in compliance with ASME codes & standards. Utilize building information modeling (BIM) tools and schematic diagrams to support design engineering workflows and project management activities. Engage in root cause analysis for mechanical failures or performance issues, implementing corrective actions to optimize product reliability. Manage project schedules effectively to meet development milestones while practicing rigorous engineering product development methodologies. Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with proven experience practicing in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role focused on turbomachinery or machine design. Extensive proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, and familiarity with 3D CAD modeling for product design. Strong understanding of mechanical knowledge including tolerance analysis (GD&T), mechanical drafting, schematics, and mechanical detail drawings aligned with industry standards. Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), or other simulation tools relevant to turbomachinery performance assessment. Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, assembly techniques, and quality assurance practices adhering to ASME codes & standards. Familiarity with control systems involving programmable logic controllers (PLCs), LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink for integrated system testing and validation. Ability to perform root cause analysis on mechanical failures using structured problem-solving methodologies. Excellent cross-functional communication skills to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams on complex projects involving mechanical product development. Demonstrated project management skills with experience in project scheduling and delivering engineering milestones on time. Join us as a founding engineer dedicated to pushing the boundaries of turbomachinery innovation! Your expertise will help shape transformative solutions that impact industries worldwide while working in a dynamic environment that values creativity, precision, and collaboration.

Pay:

$120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person