Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Equipment

Bloom Energy; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard benefits

Onsite in Fremont, CA

Job summary

Requirements include process automation and test equipment design, solid modeling in SolidWorks, and experience releasing products to manufacturing with DFM/DFX understanding. A BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years in NPI/Manufacturing Engineering are expected.

Qualifications

• Process automation and test equipment design experience is required.
• SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling expertise is required.
• Mechanical detail drawings, electrical wiring, P&ID, plumbing diagrams familiarity.
• Experience with sheet metal, machined parts, casting, welding or brazing is a plus.
• Experience releasing complex products to medium/high volume manufacturing with DFM/DFX understood.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop R&D equipment and test fixtures in-house.
• Collaborate with Operations and Process engineering to support production ramp.
• Troubleshoot issues, debug, and implement new hardware/software features.
• Support existing BE production equipment and supplier tooling.
• Lead projects and manage external custom machine integrators.

Skills

Process automation

Test equipment design

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

DFM/DFX

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Project leadership

External integrators

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

P&ID diagrams

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting‑edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are looking for a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Equipment.

This role will report to Director, Development Engineer.

Location: This position will be fully Onsite based in Fremont, CA.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and develop R&D equipment, tools/test fixtures to support feasibility and investigation efforts.
• These tools/test fixtures are designed, developed and built in-house.
• Work with Operations and Process engineering teams to design equipment/tools to support production ramp and needs for inspection equipment.
• Support existing equipment install base in BE Production and in BE Suppliers.
• This includes troubleshooting issues, debugging, and new feature requests for both hardware and software.

Education and Experience

• Process Automation and Test Equipment Design experience is a requirement
• Mechanical design expert using Solidworks or other 3d modeling applications is a requirement
• Design Documentation: Mechanical Detail Drawings, Electrical Wiring, P&ID, Plumbing Diagrams
• Experience in the design and fabrication of hardware utilizing sheet metal, machined parts, casting, welding and brazing technology (eg. Heat exchangers) is a plus
• Experience with Screen Printing, Adhesive Dispensing, Curing and working with high temperature ceramics is a plus
• Experience releasing complex products from design to medium/high volume manufacturing with a understanding of DFM, DFX principles and applications
• Superior communication skills, (written, verbal and active listening)
• Highly motivated self-starter, capable of self management with little oversight
• Ability to manage and lead projects
• Experience managing external custom machine integrators
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline 2+ yrs working in a NPI/Manufacturing Engineering, or Design Development organization

For more information visit: www.bloomenergy.com and view a video on What Powers Us!

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.

We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Salary Ranges: $114,800.00 - $165,200.00

Bloom Energy's mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. With roots in NASA’s Mars Program, the company’s founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, developed an innovative fuel cell technology that is shifting the energy paradigm and redefining the electric power market. The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence. Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries. The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.