Mechanical Engineer I

Calnetix is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Southern California, committed to making a positive contribution to society and the environment by changing the way the world harvests and utilizes energy. We are focused on developing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced energy solutions for commercial applications throughout the world and for mission-critical applications for the United States Government and its Prime Contractors. Calnetix thrives on innovation and meeting new challenges. In partnership with OEMs, we utilize innovative, proprietary high-speed electric motor-generator technologies to develop next-generation, power-dense and energy-efficient products that reduce energy consumption, harmful emissions and enhance energy security.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a technical background. The ideal candidate has the desire and capability to be an integral part of the mechanical design team, with the goal of developing into a design lead for new developments using the company’s core technology. The job will require understanding the development objectives and applying strong fundamental engineering expertise to support the design of the product. There are huge opportunities for growth within the company, so we are also seeking someone with a strong work ethic and dynamism. In this position you will execute the design for designated projects from inception through the specification, design, fabrication, validation and testing, while taking advantage of the expertise of the core engineering team from a design technical perspective.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Application of engineering principles and established engineering norms to design.
Conceptualization of new designs based on existing proven designs and innovations.
Evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability.
Ensure optimum manufacturing efficiency and costs in design.
Assistance to design group in SolidWorks on assigned projects.
Design contribution to the core engineering team and development in new areas of expertise.
Support technical risk identification, mitigation plans as well as development and execution of alternate design approaches.
Ensure timely completion of project design deliverables, including design drawings, analysis and other documentation as required.
Must be flexible and willing to go beyond general job responsibilities.

Education, Skills and Experience:

Mechanical Engineering Degree with 0-2 years of experience .
Proficiency in SolidWorks.
Hands-on engineer with the ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practice.
Hands-on troubleshooting capability including the use of standard inspection tools and the ability to do spot check inspections on shop floor of critical components.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Understanding of engineering material selection and how to apply.
Introductory experience with FEA tools and methods a plus.
Experience with PCB integration and high voltage electronics packaging a plus.
Experience designing to meet thermal, environmental, and dynamic requirements a plus.

Intangibles Sought:

Must have the drive and dynamism to execute.
Team player with a willingness to learn.
Strong interpersonal skills with the power of positive persuasion.
Evaluate options, propose solutions, and make decisions when required.
Integrity & honesty.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. using proper lifting techniques.
Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection or masks may be required in some production areas.
Work safely around objects that can be highly magnetized.
Work safely around high voltages.
Depending on the phase of the project, the incumbent’s time may be split between office/desk, shop floor, and off-site activities.

Salary Range:

$80,000-$120,000

Disclaimer: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned, by their supervisor. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Other: Calnetix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or status as a protected veteran.

U.S. citizenship is a precondition of employment for this position due to contractual requirements.