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Mainspring Energy is Hiring a R&D Test Engineer Near Menlo, CA
Company OverviewDriven by our vision of the affordable, reliable, net-zero carbon grid of the future, Mainspring has developed a new category of power generation — the linear generator — that delivers local, scalable, and fuel-flexible power to help accelerate the transition to the net-zero carbon grid.
The unique combination of attributes offered by Mainspring’s linear generator enables applications on both the commercial and utility sides of the meter for the $816B global electricity equipment market. We serve a wide range of Fortune 500 customers across markets and industries as well as top-tier utilities and other gridside providers.
We are looking to build relationships with people who share our values:
ResponsibilitiesMainspring is seeking an R&D Test Engineer who likes to solve challenging cross-functional problems with a mix of computational analysis, hands-on engineering and team effort. In this role, you will design and execute tests on our system. You will also have the opportunity to operate our Linear Generator and get exposure to the entire system including mechanical and electrical components, software and reaction control. The breadth of this role is perfect for an engineer or researcher who wants to use their advanced experimental and analytical skills in a fast-paced product development environment. We are looking for an ambitious and curious individual excited to work at the interface of mechanical engineering, systems engineering, data science, and software.
As a member of the test team at Mainspring Energy, you will:
Does your experience not meet all of our posted requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to positions unless they meet every listed requirement. At Mainspring, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, flexible, and collaborative environment, so if you want to help us transition the world to clean and affordable electricity, and don’t meet all posted requirements for a particular role, we’d still love to hear from you. Mainspring can sometimes be flexible enough to shift responsibilities for the right person, or otherwise identify open or upcoming roles that may better fit your professional background.
In more traditional words, Mainspring Energy, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
This compensation and benefits information is based on Mainspring Energy's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.
The unique combination of attributes offered by Mainspring’s linear generator enables applications on both the commercial and utility sides of the meter for the $816B global electricity equipment market. We serve a wide range of Fortune 500 customers across markets and industries as well as top-tier utilities and other gridside providers.
We are looking to build relationships with people who share our values:
- Pragmatic Optimism. Building a new category of world-class power generation requires the optimism of ambition and creativity, balanced with practicality to solve problems efficiently. The challenges that arise are opportunities for growth.
- Excellence without Ego. We bring expertise and commitment to creating the best customer experience, from sales to deployment and service, just as we apply deep technical rigor to building and delivering world-class products. We strive for excellence and behave as leaders with the humility to acknowledge our challenges, both collectively and as individual contributors.
- Proactive Collaboration. The integration and cross-disciplinary nature of Mainspring’s business requires intentionally seeking out others who bring different skills, perspectives, and priorities. Our culture of inclusion and respect extends beyond our team to interactions with our partners and customers.
ResponsibilitiesMainspring is seeking an R&D Test Engineer who likes to solve challenging cross-functional problems with a mix of computational analysis, hands-on engineering and team effort. In this role, you will design and execute tests on our system. You will also have the opportunity to operate our Linear Generator and get exposure to the entire system including mechanical and electrical components, software and reaction control. The breadth of this role is perfect for an engineer or researcher who wants to use their advanced experimental and analytical skills in a fast-paced product development environment. We are looking for an ambitious and curious individual excited to work at the interface of mechanical engineering, systems engineering, data science, and software.
As a member of the test team at Mainspring Energy, you will:
- Collaborate with engineering teams to steer R&D projects, through designing and executing experiments and data analysis
- Work closely with design engineers to test individual components and their interaction with the rest of the system
- Formulate, lead, and facilitate complex data analysis projects.
- Provide feedback to improve the performance and reliability of the linear generator
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar engineering field
- Successful communicator, with “collaborate-first” mindset, who will interface across a range of teams and personalities
- Experience with Python and/or Matlab and basic understanding of data structures.
- Nice to have:
- Interest in power generation
- Experience with energy systems
- Experience designing and executing test in an industrial or academic environment
Does your experience not meet all of our posted requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to positions unless they meet every listed requirement. At Mainspring, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, flexible, and collaborative environment, so if you want to help us transition the world to clean and affordable electricity, and don’t meet all posted requirements for a particular role, we’d still love to hear from you. Mainspring can sometimes be flexible enough to shift responsibilities for the right person, or otherwise identify open or upcoming roles that may better fit your professional background.
In more traditional words, Mainspring Energy, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
This compensation and benefits information is based on Mainspring Energy's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$132k-169k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/23/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
11/26/2024
WEBSITE
mainspringenergy.com
HEADQUARTERS
Menlo Park, CA
SIZE
<25
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