Mechanical Engineer II

Torus; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Benefits Package

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability insurance

Equity

Unlimited discretionary PTO

10 paid company holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Torus is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, validate, and bring to life sub-systems for their energy storage platforms at the Salt Lake City facility. This role sits at the critical handoff between design and manufacturing, influencing how quickly and reliably the systems scale.

You will work on Torus Pulse and Spin, using SolidWorks and PDM, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This is a salaried, onsite/hybrid role with opportunities to impact energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years of mechanical engineering experience in regulated environments.
• Hands-on prototyping, testing, and design validation experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and test sub-systems of Torus Pulse (BESS) and/or Torus Spin (Flywheel)
• Ensure smooth transition from Design to Manufacturing.
• Support DFM/DFA initiatives with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Support lifecycle development from concept through testing and production.
• Solve technical problems to achieve product specifications.
• Create, manage, and document critical product specifications.
• Work closely with the internal engineering team and external engineering experts.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

SolidWorks

PDM

CAD administration

Prototyping

Testing

Design validation

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Job description

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 545,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. We are the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure, uniting communities through resilient, sustainable, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

Torus has raised over $267 million from investors like Magnetar, Mercado, ICONIQ and Origin Ventures. The investments are helping to accelerate deployment of modular power plants across utilities, data centers, and industrial sectors. This investor confidence reflects the strength of our team, technology as well as the scale of the problem we are solving.

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports and strengthens our electrical grid, critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

About the Role

At Torus, we're building the world's first mesh energy infrastructure — systems that protect communities, reduce costs, and strengthen the grid for decades to come. Nova Pulse, our Battery Energy Storage System, is at the heart of that mission. As a Mechanical Engineer , you'll design, validate, and bring to life the sub-systems that make resilient energy storage possible. This role sits at a critical handoff, where great engineering becomes great manufacturing. And your work will directly shape how quickly and reliably we scale. We Value Speed and Quality Equally here; moving fast matters, but so does building it right the first time. You'll need to Think About Systems and Data Holistically , understanding how your design decisions ripple across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production. If you're someone who finds energy in solving hard mechanical problems and takes ownership from the first sketch to the final spec, this role was built for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, document, and test sub-systems of Torus Pulse (Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Chemical Battery) and/or Torus Spin (Flywheel Energy Storage System Mechanical Battery).
• Ensure smooth transition from Design to Manufacturing.
• Support DFM/DFA initiatives in collaboration with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Support lifecycle development from concept through testing and production.
• Solve technical problems to achieve product specifications.
• Create, manage, and document critical product specifications.
• Work closely with the internal engineering team and external engineering experts.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 2-5 years experience in mechanical engineering
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and design validation in a regulated industry
• Strong background in Solidworks, PDM, and CAD administration
• A passion and proven track record of designing mechanical structures
• Demonstrates a proactive and action-oriented approach to problem solving
• Strong organizational skills with a disciplined approach to your workflow management

Preferred Experience

• Structural design to include steel tube, steel sheet, weldments, machined components, electrical components
• Experience includes a focus on energy storage, batteries, or power systems
• Familiarity with industry standards such as UL 9540, ISO 26262, or ASME codes

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is onsite based at our GigaOne warehouse in Salt Lake City (air-conditioned) with some remote work. May require occasional onsite work at our South Salt Lake HQ Warehouse and/or Springville R&D Warehouse (air-conditioned and non air-conditioned).
Schedule Full-Time, Salaried

Compensation $80,000-120,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with options to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• Unlimited discretionary PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.