Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Planted; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Lunch program

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

Pre-tax commuter benefits

401(k)

Climate impact work

Job summary

Planted is hiring a hands-on engineer to design machines, robots, and structures as part of the R&D team in Oakland. You will lead the design cycle from concept ideation through first build and work with a cross-functional group of engineers to push toward 100% clean energy.

The role offers a salary range of $125,000–$165,000 plus stock and benefits, with a target of 5+ years experience and a strong emphasis on problem-solving in a startup setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar required.
• Experience in industry with structural or mechanical analysis required.
• Hands-on aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and iterate designs.

Responsibilities

• Ideate novel solutions from system level to part design.
• Design and develop automated equipment and mechanical structures.
• Own design projects from conception through assembly and delivery.
• Develop system-level requirements and inform product architecture.
• Perform structural and mechanical analyses to validate designs.
• Oversee hardware through testing and deployment.
• Develop and track project schedules.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

Hands-on

Startup mindset

Idea generation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar

Job description

First, the good news: The world now has over 1.7 terawatts of cumulative solar capacity and solar PV is the lowest-cost source of energy generation worldwide.

The challenge: The world must build 3 terawatts of new solar capacity every year for the next 25 years.

Planted is creating new technology to overhaul how the industry develops and builds solar power resources. And we need help. We're expanding our team of ambitious, curious, and hands-on engineers and operators. Come own large parts of product, company, or business development and help power the world with 100% clean energy.

About The Role

As an integral part of the R+D team you will design machines, robots, and structures. Lead the development design cycle from concept ideation through first build. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a cross-functional engineering team with a highly talented group of engineers from varied backgrounds.

The salary range for this full-time position is $125,000 - $165,000 plus stock and benefits. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience, job-specific skills, education, and work location. The target experience for the position is 5+ years

Responsibilities

• Ideate novel solutions to challenging problems - from the system level to individual part design
• Design and develop automated equipment and mechanical structure, both major changes and from scratch
• Own challenging design projects from product development and delivery through conception, design, and assembly
• Develop system-level requirements and inform product architecture
• Develop structural and mechanical analyses
• Oversee hardware through test and deployment
• Develop and track to project schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar
• Experience in industry in structural, mechanical analysis
• Mechanical system design experience
• Hands on aptitude – able to dive in and troubleshoot issues
• Idea generation and execution
• Desire to work in a startup environment

What We Offer

• 11 paid company holidays and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid in-office lunches
• Stock options
• Medical, vision, dental, and other benefits
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• 401(k)
• A chance to have an empowered, meaningful, and early role in climate

This Will Be a Great Fit If

• You want to solve challenging problems
• You are biased toward action and focus on the vital work that drives the most impact
• You prioritize the physical and psychological safety of yourself and those around you
• You are humble, embrace change, and deliver and receive candid feedback
• You are optimistic about the future and can make tough decisions to help get there
• You have high expectations and coach, develop, and make time to help others

Planted Solar is an equal opportunity employer committed to growing inclusively, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. However you identify, or whatever background you bring with you, we look forward to hearing from you.