Senior Mechanical Engineer, Marine Operations at Panthalassa

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Feb, 26

Salary

215000.0

Posted On

14 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Marine Systems, 3D Modeling Software, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Industrial Automation, Data Acquisition, Structural FEA, Field Engineering, Qualification Testing, Acceptance Testing, Offshore Environment, Problem Solving, Vendor Management, Commissioning, Sustaining Engineering

Industry

Renewable Energy Power Generation

Description

About the Company We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore. The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis. About the Job Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention. Once our nodes leave the manufacturing facility, they must be deployed, operated, and maintained safely and reliably across vast oceanic regions—all at an unprecedented scale and reduced cost. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Marine Operations, you will play a critical role in overcoming these challenges by designing, building, and testing bespoke support equipment that facilitates automated deployment, retrieval, inspection, and maintenance of our offshore assets. In this role, you will drive the development of essential mechanical assets from cradle to grave. You will conduct trade studies to identify optimal system architectures, perform engineering analyses, create detailed designs, and bring these designs to operational readiness. Additionally, you will support offshore operators utilizing these tools through initial commissioning and sustaining engineering. Engineers who are hands-on, solutions-oriented, with exposure to the breadth of mechanical disciplines will thrive in this role. A passion for lifelong learning is a requisite. If you thrive in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment and are eager to develop the next generation of offshore energy infrastructure, we want to hear from you. Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments. We strive to be the best engineering team on the planet and we compensate our team accordingly. Responsibilities Serve as the Responsible Engineer for development of novel automated marine support systems (aspects of these systems may include steel structures / weldments, mechanisms, pneumatics / hydraulics, and industrial controls / data acquisition). Complete trade studies to identify preferred architectures / requirements Carryout relevant engineering analysis individually and manage the support of subject matter experts as required. Detailed design of mechanical equipment (CAD modeling, development of schematics, etc.) Execute and oversee the fabrication, testing, and commissioning of critical assets Support offshore operations through initial commissioning of new systems and sustaining engineering. Required Qualifications BS or higher in mechanical engineering 7.5+ years of experience owning the development of novel hardware from concept through commissioning. Excellent understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to marine systems (welded structures, mechanical assemblies, hydraulics/pneumatics, industrial automation & data acquisition, etc.) Demonstrated ability for solving problems which lack clear examples or well defined requirements. Capable of managing critical vendor relations Thrives in a culture of personal ownership Competent with 3D modeling software and design practices (Siemens NX strongly preferred) Desired Qualifications Ability to perform structural FEA Understanding of the basics of data acquisition & industrial automation systems Exposure to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams Experience overseeing and providing field engineering to fabrication campaigns Experience designing and executing qualification / acceptance test protocols to validate system performance Experience designing hardware utilized in an offshore environment Additional Requirements Travel to vendors and test sites as needed Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs. While we expect a lot of each other, we also offer a high degree of autonomy and work-life balance, including unlimited PTO and flexible working hours. Ability to travel offshore periodically to support initial commissioning and first use of new equipment Compensation and Benefits If hired for this full-time role, you will receive: Cash compensation of $175,000 - $215,000 Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation. A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including: Flexible paid time off Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents) Dental insurance (the company pays 33% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents) Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents) Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled) Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed). Location This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.

Responsibilities

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design, build, and test support equipment for the deployment and maintenance of offshore energy assets. This role involves overseeing the development of automated marine support systems and supporting offshore operations.