Principal Mechanical Engineer
AMOGY, Inc.
Description Amogy is an innovative cleantech startup on a mission to unlock ammonia's potential as a clean energy source. Driven by a vision of a more sustainable future, we've developed carbon-free energy solutions that leverage ammonia as an alternative fuel to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors, including maritime shipping and stationary power generation. Join our dynamic team as we accelerate the commercialization of our technology and revolutionize the future of energy. Location: This position is fully onsite at our Houston, TX location. We are also open to considering candidates based in Brooklyn, NY. Job Summary
We are looking for a highly technical Principal Mechanical Engineer with deep subject matter expertise in high-temperature mechanical system design using metal-alloy components, to execute product development engineering tasks from concept, through testing, into series production. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to design, analyze, integrate, and test reactor and separation technologies for Amogy's next-generation power solutions. Key Responsibilities
We are looking for a highly technical Principal Mechanical Engineer with deep subject matter expertise in high-temperature mechanical system design using metal-alloy components, to execute product development engineering tasks from concept, through testing, into series production. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to design, analyze, integrate, and test reactor and separation technologies for Amogy's next-generation power solutions. Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and optimization of mechanical structures and assemblies for ammonia cracking and separation systems
- Spearhead designs from concept through launch, including detailed 3D modeling, material selection, stress analysis, design for manufacturing and assembly, equipment selection, and detailed engineering drawing generation
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including FEA/CFD analysis, manufacturing, process, and testing teams to complete project objectives
- Own and track project schedules and budgets for internal teams and external suppliers
- Establish, optimize, and maintain mechanical engineering design practices, frameworks, and best practices
- Define and maintain mechanical requirements for various high-temperature devices
- Provide day-to-day technical mentorship and training for mechanical engineers, technologists, and technicians
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of professional experience or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of professional experience in energy, aerospace, automotive, or related field.
- 3+ years of prior experience in leading projects and technical teams in product development engineering.
- Must have a strong understanding of structural and thermal analysis principles for elevated-temperature metal component and system design, including temperature-dependent material behavior, thermal expansion, fatigue, creep risk, and pressure-boundary risk.
- Experience-based expertise in engineering fundamentals, parametric modeling, manufacturing methods, and the overall product development process.
- Prior experience designing and testing severe-service metal hardware, with experience in at least two of the following: welded pressure vessels, heat-transfer equipment, reactors, combustors, turbomachinery, high-pressure/high-temperature valves or seals, process skids, or similar energy/process hardware.
- Proven ability to perform or critically review structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) and translate results into design, material, manufacturing, and test decisions, applied to real world problems in aerospace, automotive, maritime, nuclear, or similar applications.
- Experience in applying standards and code to designs (e.g. ASME/BPVC Sections II-D, III, V, VIII Div 1 and 2; NFPA 86; ASTM, AWS). Proficiency/experience in all codes is not required.
- Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2018)
- Previously taken one or more hardware products through commercialization.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively find solutions to complex problems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited resources.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and communicate timely updates to internal stakeholders.
- No travel restrictions with ability to travel as needed.
- MS in Mechanical Engineering with 12+ years of professional experience or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of professional experience in energy, aerospace, automotive, or related field.
- Expertise in use of ABAQUS, SIMULIA, or ANSYS.
- 4+ years of prior experience in leading projects or technical teams.
- Experience optimizing metal hardware subject to creep, fatigue, thermal cycling, thermal expansion, and pressure loading.
- Working knowledge of combustion principles and catalytic process technology.
- Direct design experience with ammonia, hydrogen, catalytic reactors, combustion systems, turbines, or other high-temperature chemical/energy systems is a plus.
- Comparable severe-service experience in aerospace propulsion, turbomachinery, high-pressure/high-temperature oil and gas tools, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, combustion/exhaust systems, chemical process skids, nuclear, maritime, or similar applications is a plus.
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