Associate Manufacturing Engineer - NPI Automation Group

Mainspring Energy, a revolutionary power generation company, is seeking an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to join their NPI Automation Group. The company is backed by prominent investors like Khosla Ventures and Bill Gates, and is transforming the $816B global electricity equipment market with their innovative Mainspring Linear Generator technology.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge power generation technology in a rapidly growing company. As an Associate Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be instrumental in transitioning breakthrough Linear Generator technology to volume manufacturing. The position involves both supporting existing manufacturing test processes and developing new ones, working with cross-functional teams including software, controls, mechanical, electrical, and test engineering.

The ideal candidate should have a strong engineering background with at least one year of experience in production environments. You'll be working with various manufacturing test automation systems, requiring both mechanical and electrical engineering skills. The role demands proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or MATLAB, and expertise in CAD software, preferably Solidworks.

What makes this role particularly attractive is the opportunity to work with a company that values pragmatic optimism, excellence without ego, and proactive collaboration. The position offers competitive compensation ($85,000-$98,000) plus pre-IPO stock options and benefits. Based in Menlo Park, California, this role provides the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to the development of clean and affordable electricity solutions.

The company culture emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, welcoming candidates who might not meet all listed requirements but share the vision of transitioning the world to clean energy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector while working with a team of talented professionals.