Lead Thermal Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


California, United States Walker Lovell Full time

Lead Thermal Systems Engineer

Location:

San Francisco Bay Area (remote work options available within the US)

Company:

Walker Lovell, a trailblazer in sustainable metal manufacturing, is transforming the sector by pioneering carbon-neutral techniques for extracting magnesium metal from seawater and brines. This groundbreaking method significantly mitigates the ecological footprint typically associated with metal production.

With robust support from leading investors and a significant collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense, the organization is committed to minimizing the socio-environmental repercussions of structural metal production.

About the Role:

The Lead Thermal Systems Engineer will be instrumental in the design, development, and implementation of innovative furnace technologies for advanced molten salt processing.

Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, this role provides the chance to spearhead the design journey from initial concepts through to detailed engineering, construction, and evaluation.

You will collaborate closely with technology partners, consultants, and team members to create state-of-the-art thermal equipment.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Salary range: $100,000 to $200,000 (commensurate with location and experience).
  • Comprehensive health insurance (fully covered by the employer).
  • Attractive stock option plan.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Generous paid time off policy (20 days PTO, including one week off during the holiday season).
  • Performance bonuses.
  • 401k matching program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the design, development, and implementation of innovative furnace technologies.
  • Lead the design process from conceptualization through detailed engineering, construction, and testing phases.
  • Coordinate with technology partners, consultants, and team members to ensure efficient project execution.
  • Manage projects and support the creation of complex technical products, including 3D CAD designs, specifications, and technical drawings.
  • Conduct thermal and structural simulations of new mechanical components and systems.
  • Generate detailed construction and fabrication drawings for timely delivery to manufacturing partners.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering with over 10 years of experience in high-temperature thermal systems, refractories, and molten materials.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the design, prototyping, construction, and operation of furnace technologies.
  • Proficient in stakeholder management and collaboration with both internal and external technology partners.
  • Strong analytical skills in structural design, thermal engineering, fluid dynamics, and product engineering.
  • In-depth knowledge of sealing material connections at elevated temperatures (exceeding 700°C) in corrosive molten salt and oxidizing gas environments.
  • Experience in designing and constructing refractory composite systems.
  • Formal training in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is preferred.


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