Mechanical Design Engineer (PE Required)

ZipRecruiter; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company at the forefront of sustainable energy! As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise to transform cutting-edge lithium separation technologies into real-world applications. This role offers the chance to work with a talented team on ambitious projects that aim to revolutionize the energy industry. You'll be responsible for designing and troubleshooting pilot projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving field. If you're passionate about engineering and sustainability, this role is for you!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid time-off

401(k) with employer match

Equity Package

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-sponsored events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the Chemical/Mineral Industry.
• Knowledge of design/build codes like ASME, DIN-EN.
• Experience in P&ID development and troubleshooting machinery.

Responsibilities

• Designing and troubleshooting EnergyX pilot and demo projects.
• Developing mechanical designs and collaborating with engineers.
• Using SolidWorks/AutoCAD for equipment layouts and drawings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication with vendors

Proficiency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Energy Exploration Technologies, Inc. (EnergyX) has a mission to become a worldwide leader in the global transition to sustainable energy. Founded in 2018, the company is fundamentally changing the way humanity is powering our world and storing clean energy with breakthrough lithium-ion technology and energy storage solutions.

Job Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer will play an instrumental role in translating EnergyX's lithium separation technologies into demonstration-scale leading to commercialization. The role will be part of the process engineering team. The position will be responsible for designing, building, troubleshooting, and operating EnergyX pilot and demo projects and lithium separation technology scale-up projects. The position is based in Austin, TX, and international travel (S. America) may be required.

Chemical Plant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on a team of experienced EnergyX scientists and engineers on projects focused on disruptive materials and engineering systems to fundamentally transform scientific aspects of the energy industry including:
• Mechanical engineering designs on DLE projects.
• Extensive use of SolidWorks/AutoCAD for developing equipment layout, PFD, P&ID, 3D models, Isometric drawings, and GA drawings.
• Develop & review mechanical design activities including equipment sizing and configuration, material selection, multiphase flow system, P&ID development, equipment layout, equipment specifications, and hydraulic calculations.
• Develop data sheets for equipment and values.
• Collaborate with other engineers on project development and integrations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with vendors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Experience with AutoCAD and Solidworks
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Chemical/Mineral Industry.
• Knowledge of different design/build codes (ASME, DIN-EN or others)
• Proficiency with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in development, preparation, and checking of P&IDs.
• Experience in designing, developing, assembling, and troubleshooting machinery.
• Knowledge of process equipment including piping, valves (manual, control, & relief), pumps, pressure vessels, filters, coalescers, columns, evaporators, mixing tanks, heat exchangers, and reactors.
• Employees must be willing to go above and beyond to ensure all our systems are designed to the utmost standard.
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time-off, holidays, and sick time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Equity Package
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer contribution; voluntary benefits available
• Company-sponsored events

EnergyX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with EnergyX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.