Solar Automation Mechanical Engineer – Prototyping & Design

Terabase Energy; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Stock options

401k match

Home office setup allowance

Generous time off

Job summary

Terabase Energy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a fast-paced team advancing solar utility projects. You will lead design efforts, prototype systems, and drive cost-efficient manufacturing while guiding cross-functional reviews and mentoring junior engineers.

The role covers the full product lifecycle, from concept through field testing, with up to 25% travel to vendor and client sites on the West Coast. Based in Northern California, Terabase emphasizes clean energy transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in mechanical product development.
• Hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting in industrial automation.
• Design for manufacturability across machining, sheet metal, casting, weldments, injection molding.
• Knowledge of motion systems, pneumatics/electromechanical actuators, and motor sizing.
• Proficient in 3D CAD with GD&T; SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS/ABAQUS/SolidWorks Simulation).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement solutions to improve efficiency of solar plant installations.
• Design, prototype, and install mechanical systems and components.
• Iterate designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Conduct design analyses and validate with testing.
• Own the product development cycle from concept to supplier coordination.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns.
• Support design reviews and provide technical feedback.

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototyping

Manufacturing processes

Autonomous work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS)

SolidWorks Simulation

3D CAD

Job description

Terabase Energy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a fast-paced team advancing solar utility projects. You will lead design efforts, prototype systems, and drive cost-efficient manufacturing while guiding cross-functional reviews and mentoring junior engineers.

The role covers the full product lifecycle, from concept through field testing, with up to 25% travel to vendor and client sites on the West Coast. Based in Northern California, Terabase emphasizes clean energy transition.