Senior Mechanical Design Engineer New Burlingame, California

peakenergy.com; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanical Design Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing innovative sodium-ion energy storage systems. This dynamic position involves hands-on engineering, collaboration with diverse teams, and a focus on sustainability. You'll take ownership of high voltage mechanical systems, ensuring smooth transitions from concept to mass production. With a commitment to renewable energy and a supportive work environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the energy sector while enjoying competitive benefits and work-life balance.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Strong 401(k) plan

Equity opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mechanical and thermal engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with design and manufacturing of medium to high volume products.

Responsibilities

• Own design of high voltage ESS mechanical systems from architecture to improvement.
• Collaborate with analysts and design functions to inform decisions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Thermal Engineering

Power Electronics

Prototyping

Validation and Testing

Renewable Energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software (CATIA or NX)

PLM Software

FEA/CFD Software

Job description

Peak Energy is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) team and work on complex electro-mechanical designs of our utility scale sodium-ion energy storage systems (ESS). The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for mechanical system and component designs and will work with other design, analysis, manufacturing and program teams both at the high level in design direction and deep in the engineering implementation. This person is hands-on, highly motivated and autonomous.

Responsibilities:

• Strong design ownership of Peak’s High Voltage ESS mechanical systems from architecture through continuous improvement
• Define product design direction by meticulously exploring broadly and deeply, while trading and communicating design decisions
• Focus on design areas of need, which may include: high voltage distribution, battery control systems, and power electronics
• Develop and manage sub-system and component requirements
• Interface tightly with partners such as thermal and structural analysts and other design functions to inform design decisions
• Drive and participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing
• Support validation of Peak products from concept through field deployment
• Ensure a smooth transition from maturing product to mass production
• A great team spirit and get-it-done attitude. No job is too big or too small.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Mastery of mechanical and thermal engineering fundamentals
• Conversant in power electronics and electrical fundamentals
• Extensive use of commercial CAD and PLM software (CATIA or NX)
• Familiarity with FEA/CFD and other common CAE practices
• Familiarity with high voltage battery system or power electronics design
• Experience with design and manufacturing of medium to high volume products
• Hands on prototyping, validation and testing experience
• Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovation.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working with HV batteries or power electronics
• Product design experience with high volume automated manufacturing requirements

About the Company:

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.

Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.

Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

Peak Energy Core Values

• Speed Through Focus: Prioritize what matters most and execute quickly without distractions.
• Mission Over Self: Put the company's mission and team success ahead of individual interests.
• Face the Brutal Truth: Embrace honesty, even when it’s uncomfortable, to make informed decisions.
• Be a Good Person: Treat everyone with respect and integrity, fostering a positive and ethical work environment.

The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $170,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. At Peak Energy, we value our employees and promote work-life balance. Our competitive benefits package includes unlimited PTO, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, and equity opportunities. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!