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Staff Mechanical Engineer

Salary

$0.148k - $0.17k

Min Experience

8 years

Location

Menlo Park, CA

JobType

full-time

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About the role

Company Overview Mainspring Energy is revolutionizing power generation with the world's most flexible and adaptable onsite power generator, the Mainspring Linear Generator. Commercial, industrial, and utility leaders are choosing Mainspring over traditional options like engines, turbines, and fuel cells because of its unparalleled efficiency, environmental benefits, and resilience. Role Overview As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design and development of Mainspring's linear generator technology. You will work closely with our R&D team to design, analyze, and optimize the mechanical subsystems of the Mainspring generator, with a focus on the cylinder design. This includes components such as the cylinder, piston, crankshaft, and associated mechanisms. You will leverage your strong background in CAD, FEA, and thermal/structural analysis to drive continuous improvements to our product design. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the design and development of the cylinder and piston assembly for Mainspring's linear generators - Perform detailed mechanical design, analysis, and optimization using CAD, FEA, and other engineering tools - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the mechanical subsystems - Develop test plans and designs for cylinder/piston prototypes and validate performance - Support the transition of designs from R&D to manufacturing - Contribute to the team's technical roadmap and help drive the company's engineering strategy About You: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field - 8+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design, with a focus on cylinder/piston assemblies - Proficient in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo) and FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus) - Strong background in structural and thermal analysis, as well as prototype testing and validation - Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills - Passion for innovative product development and a drive to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions - Preferred: Experience in power generation, clean energy, or industrial equipment design

About the company

Mainspring Energy is revolutionizing power generation with the world's most flexible and adaptable onsite power generator, the Mainspring Linear Generator. Commercial, industrial, and utility leaders are choosing Mainspring over traditional options like engines, turbines, and fuel cells because of its unparalleled efficiency, environmental benefits, and resilience.

Skills

cad
fea
structural analysis
thermal analysis
prototype testing
product development