Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerMechanical EngineerFLSA Status: Exempt (Salary) Position Status: Full-time Years of Experience: 3-9 Salary: Salary and responsibilities are commensurate with actual experience and career goals Department: Engineering Work Type: In office with flexibilityAbout SKYRE, Inc.Clean Energy is a fast-growing industry that is generating challenging and valuable opportunities. Whether you have a few years of experience or an established track record in your field, consider taking your career to the next level at SKYRE, Inc. SKYRE was founded in 2007 and is an emerging leader in electrochemical systems for critical energy and industrial applications having tremendous global commercial and societal value. Within our vibrant culture, the atmosphere is collaborative and supportive. Our employees are engaged because they know their ideas, opinions, and work are valued. Your experiences at SKYRE will enable you to accelerate your career and deepen your impact on global challenges facing our environment. Join SKYRE to further your career at a company that is transforming the industry with innovative products and technology.Position SummaryThe Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the product detailed analysis and design of SKYRE's H2RENEW™ and CO2RENEW™ products for the industrial marketplace. Contributes actively through all the phases of the product lifecycle including preliminary design, development, safety, qualification and certification and product support.The ideal candidate has a desire for continual learning with excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, self-motivated, innovative, well-organized, able to handle and prioritize multiple assignments, able to communicate effectively both orally and written and able to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign electrochemical systems featuring SKYRE's electrochemical cell stack hardware integrated with fluid and thermal control systems for delivery to commercial and government customersSelect and evaluate balance of plant components for suitability in the electrochemical system, with consideration of pressure and temperature ratings as well as materials of constructionEvaluate component suppliers and review capabilities with manufacturing representatives to determine approved supplier status; develop inspection criteria based on critical dimensions and propertiesDevelop new components and sub-system designs for the H2RENEW™ and CO2RENEW™ industrial product line.Take full responsibility for correct design, analysis, and qualification through to the production floor including vibration and stress analyses of the system, ensuring compatibility with normal transportation loads or as may be specified by the customerExecute drawing and configuration controls to assure accurate and repeatable production and field upgrade packagesDevelop and execute 3rd Party regulatory qualification and certification including UL, CE, ISO, and various industry guidelinesWork with University researcher on best practices, latest component development and materials breakthroughsAnalyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding to optimize performance and increase efficiency for systems verification activitiesQualifications & ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering disciplines (advanced Degree encouraged)Experience with hardware development for a regulated industryUnderstanding of component design and system packagingUnderstanding of Additive Manufacturing for prototype and/or productionUnderstanding of metallics and non-metallicsExperience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks including the ability to perform analysisUnderstanding of tolerancing for manufacturabilityKeen aptitude for technical work that spans multiple levels of detail and disciplinesWorking ConditionsLight physical effort; frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.Standing, bending and lifting up to approximately fifty pounds during a typical eight-hour workday.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.TravelUp to 10%VisasSKYRE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.COVID-19SKYRE requires new hires to be fully vaccinated to COVID-19 prior to first date of employment. As required by applicable law, SKYRE will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.BenefitsSKYRE provides comprehensive health and insurance benefits for its employees. The Company also offers competitive paid vacation time, sick leave, and holidays.Additional InformationApplicant must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal.