Mechanical Engineer, R&D
Mechanical Engineer, R&D
Fourth Power is developing and commercializing the lowest cost energy storage technology on the market to enable the utility grid to operate 24/7/365 on renewable energy. Our batteries store heat in low-cost carbon blocks at up to 2400 degrees Celsius – half the temperature of the sun. The batteries then convert this heat back to electricity using thermophotovoltaics (TPV) on demand.
Fourth Power has a culture of teamwork, continuous innovation based on first principles, and relentlessness in tackling challenging problems. Fourth Power is looking for highly skilled, experienced, and motivated individuals who share our passion for mitigating climate change.
Job Description
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Fourth Power Engineering team. You will be responsible for executing experiments in our Carbon Materials roadmap including design of test articles and the design, build, operation, and maintenance of test stands.
Your Role:
Collaborate with Carbon Materials R&D team to define experiments.
Execute experiments, analyze results, and present conclusions as assigned.
Design and 3D model components as required.
Perform light component fabrication as required.
Assemble and maintain test stands.
Create documentation for test stands including standard operating procedures, checklists, and data collection tools.
Develop data collection and processing systems using LabView, Python, MatLAB, and other tools.
Qualifications:
3 years of experience defining, setting up, operating, and analyzing experiments.
Demonstrated experience designing and prototyping mechanical assemblies.
Understanding of typical mechanical engineering fundamentals (heat transfer, fluids, statics, dynamics, structural design).
Proficient in SolidWorks Mechanical.
Proficient with using a high level scripting language (MatLAB and/or Python preferred) to model and iterate on mechanical systems.
BS degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required. Preferably in mechanical, mechatronics, materials, or chemical engineering.
Fourth Power is committed to offering equitable compensation, stock options, and a competitive benefits package to all employees.
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