Mechanical Engineers

Cool Earth Solar is seeking exceptionally talented mechanical engineers with three to five years of product design and electromechanical systems design experience to join our team. Responsibilities include perfecting solar concentrator mechanical subsystems and actuators, designing sensor systems, designing for large-scale manufacturing, simulation of mechanical systems, optimizing components, and prototype iteration.

Applicants should have repeated experience in bringing mechanical and electromechanical products to market. Specific areas of interest are design for high volume manufacturing, cost optimization, design for extended life in harsh environment, sensors and data collection, and design for serviceability.

We are looking for engineers who are self-motivated, able to bring products to market in a dynamic unstructured startup environment, and able to plan effectively within the uncertainties of novel technology development. Rigorous, logical decision-making abilities and clear, efficient verbal and writing communication skills are important, as is the ability to quickly highlight the essence of both technical and logic problems. Applicants should be familiar with design cycle risk management, be proficient with SolidWorks® and other engineering software, have knowledge of manufacturing processes, be comfortable with hands-on prototype fabrication, and possess basic machine shop skills.

Interpersonal skills are particularly important, including the ability to understand and debate from different points of view and arrive at effective compromises. You should also be comfortable documenting your ideas and presenting in a rigorous peer design review environment.