Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Application Deadline: March 28, 2023
RheEnergise Canada Ltd.
Montréal HD Hydro™ Technology Centre
RheEnergise is a cleantech startup developing low-cost, massively scalable, long-duration energy storage. Utilising a proprietary high-density fluid in a closed loop system, we believe that HD Hydro® will be instrumental in enabling the global energy transition.
There is no time to waste in bringing climate tech solutions to market. To support our ambitious development strategy, we are growing the R&D team at our Montréal technology centre. Join the team that propels the different engineering sub-system development projects and leads the programme of demonstration projects.
About the Role
You will be joining the R&D Engineering team creating the first-ever HD Hydro system. As Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be working with other engineers in the company to help them bring various systems to life, working on everything from pure R&D test rigs to specific hardware for actual customer projects. You will have an exemplary track record in detailed mechanical design, analysis, and extensive CAD experience, through to working with suppliers to deliver the final hardware. This role has the potential for future line management as the company grows and more design capacity is required.
Along the way you will be expected to contribute to the broader R&D efforts, such as developing prototyping facilities, designing test systems and creating company processes. You will be comfortable sourcing components, solutions, and services as part of the overall development process. Problem-solving, analysis, iteration, improvement, and innovation are your bread and butter.
This full-time position is based at RheEnergise’s HD Hydro Technology Centre in Montréal and reports to the CTO. Working is in-office or remote (as circumstances permit) and occasionally on-site when demonstrators or pilot projects are being built.
Your Attributes
Imaginative, creative problem-solver with a “get it done” attitude, attention to detail and pride in work
You are passionate about climate change and finding solutions to change the world
You have experience working in startups and thrive in the chaotic — but creative — environment, valuing the autonomy and accountability that a small business provides
Self-motivated, independent when need be, but also with potential to be a team builder as the company grows
Some prior experience delegating tasks and leading a team, including managing workloads and deadlines
Always ready to change hats and work on problems outside your area of expertise, and comfortable adapting to a fast-changing environment
You are a good communicator, motivator and possess the desire to coach others
You value transparency and are capable of objective thinking in decision making situations
You dispose of an international mindset and take pleasure in working in a cross-cultural setting
Your Skills
Engineer with 8+ years relevant experience delivering actual hardware and strong industry networks. You know where to go to source a solution or get a custom part built
Expertise with both 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, Siemens NX, CATIA, Inventor, etc.), ideally in both complex component and system level design, e.g. piping systems, electrical wiring diagrams, etc.
Strong experience with component and equipment management (BOM and PDM tools) for R&D, manufacturing, and project environments. Exposure to additive manufacturing (3D printing) concepts is an asset
Solid understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles and confidence applying them to actual hardware and eventually commercial product offering.
Understanding of industrial machining and construction processes
Knowledge of other engineering disciplines, especially electrical and process engineering
A knack for systems design with the ability to see both the big picture and the small details
Ability to quickly learn new software and generate clear and precise drawings conforming to industry standards
FEA and CFD experience and knowledge are a plus
Extensive experience in sourcing of components and services
Excellent transferable skills make you a versatile early employee
Working proficiency in both English and French
Why work for RheEnergise
A startup that pays a great salary. Equity participation via options
We’re a European company with civilized vacation policy (starts at 25 days!) and best of class benefits
Get in “at the ground floor” and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a cleantech startup with extraordinary growth potential and high profile
How to Apply
Please visit the Jobs page on our website (https://www.rheenergise.com/jobs) and apply through the provided link on the website. Send us your CV and a cover letter explaining how you could bring real value to our team. We’d also love to see an example of something that you have created (alone or with a team). It can be anything (professional, artistic, whatever!) that you think showcases your ability to create great things. The competition will remain open until this position is filled.