Sr. Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Equipment

101 Bloom Energy; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 151,700 - 218,300; Full time

Job summary

101 Bloom Energy is seeking a Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer in Fremont, CA. The role involves designing and developing R&D tools and collaborating with engineering teams to support production. A strong background in mechanical design, hands-on fabrication experience, and proficiency in SolidWorks are required.

The position offers a salary range of $151,700 – $218,300, alongside standard company benefits. A BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Process Automation and Test Equipment Design.
• Mechanical design expertise using SolidWorks or other 3D modeling applications.
• Proficiency in creating Mechanical Detail Drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop R&D equipment and tools.
• Collaborate with operations and process engineering teams.
• Support existing equipment in production and suppliers.

Skills

Process Automation and Test Equipment Design

Mechanical design expertise using SolidWorks

Mechanical Detail Drawings

Fabricating hardware

Experience with screen printing

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position

Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer

Location

Fremont, CA – Fully onsite

Responsibilities

• Design and develop R&D equipment, tools, and test fixtures to support feasibility and investigation efforts.
• Collaborate with Operations and Process engineering teams to design equipment/tools supporting production ramp and inspection needs.
• Support existing equipment install base in BE Production and BE Suppliers including troubleshooting, debugging, and new feature requests for both hardware and software.

Qualifications

• Experience in Process Automation and Test Equipment Design.
• Mechanical design expertise using SolidWorks or other 3D modeling applications.
• Proficiency in creating Mechanical Detail Drawings, Electrical Wiring schematics, P&ID, and Plumbing Diagrams.
• Hands‑on experience fabricating hardware using sheet metal, machining, casting, welding, and brazing (e.g., heat exchangers).
• Experience with screen printing, adhesive dispensing, curing, and high‑temperature ceramics.
• Release complex products from design to medium/high volume manufacturing with knowledge of DFM and DFX principles.
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5+ years in NPI/Manufacturing Engineering, Design Development, or a similar organization.

Compensation

Salary Range: $151,700.00 – $218,300.00 (plus standard company benefits).

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee.