Mechanical Engineering Renewable Energy

Panthalassa is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for Renewable Energy in Portland, OR. The role involves leading the mechanical integration of electrical generators into powertrains, overseeing design, prototyping, and testing. Candidates need a Mechanical Engineering degree, 5+ years of CAD experience, and strong collaboration skills. Familiarity with renewable energy systems and hands-on hardware experience are preferred. Benefits include flexible PTO and health insurance.
About the position

The position involves leading the mechanical integration of electrical generators into the powertrain for a renewable energy company focused on harnessing ocean energy. The role encompasses the entire design process from conceptualization to procurement and assembly, requiring strong collaboration with various engineering teams and hands-on involvement in prototyping and testing.

Responsibilities
• Own the mechanical integration of the electrical generator into the powertrain.
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• Layout and design all aspects of the rotating machine including turbine hydrodynamics, rotordynamics, bearing selection, instrumentation selection, mechanical design, and material selection.
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• Oversee project documentation and create detailed drawings with a strong command of GD&T and associated tolerance stacks.
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• Work with and direct a skilled technician workforce to carry out prototyping, testing, fabrication, and development of operational and maintenance procedures.
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• Utilize high-end CAD software (NX) and PDM tool (Teamcenter) for design and engineering drawing creation.

Requirements
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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• 5+ years of 3D CAD modeling experience.
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• Ability to provide guidance and technical material to engineers, designers, technicians, and suppliers.
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• Confidence working independently to drive a project forward.
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• A work history encompassing at least five design, build, test, deploy/release/produce cycles for different projects.
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• Solid understanding of technical projects from the details to the big picture.
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• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, structural engineering, aerospace engineering, naval architecture, or a related field, or 5 years additional experience in lieu of an advanced degree.
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• Experience designing piping systems that include pumps, valves, sensors, etc.
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• Hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing in a professional, academic or recreational setting.
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• Experience with rapid prototyping processes (3D printing, CNC-machining, laser cutting).
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• Familiarity with instrumentation and control components (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid, pneumatic valves).
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• Experience with finite element analysis (NX NASTRAN, FEMAP) software packages.
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• Experience using Python, Julia, Mathematica, or another similar programming language for data review and analysis.
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• Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices including ASME Y14.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with renewable energy systems.
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• Familiarity with oceanographic engineering principles.

Benefits
• Flexible paid time off
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• Health insurance (100% coverage for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
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• Dental insurance (33% for full-time employees, 100% for partners and dependents)
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• Vision insurance (100% for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
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• Disability insurance (100% coverage for long-term support)
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• Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts (401(k), health FSA, dependent care FSA)
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• Relocation assistance to Portland if needed.