Senior Controls Engineer

18 hours ago

Menlo Park, California, United States Mainspring Energy Full time
About Mainspring Energy

Mainspring Energy is a pioneering company that's revolutionizing the power generation industry with its innovative linear generator technology. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a net-zero carbon grid, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Job Description

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Sustaining Controls Engineer to play a critical role in the success of our product. As a key member of our cross-functional team, you'll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex system issues, collaborating with engineers and technicians to improve product reliability, and developing and implementing effective sustaining engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and resolve field issues, ensuring clear communication and follow-up on resolutions and improving the process.
  • Diagnose root causes of system issues, distinguishing between mechanical, electrical, and software-related problems.
  • Categorize, systematize, and address gaps in automated system behavior.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical support and enhance system behavior.
  • Debug and troubleshoot existing control algorithms to improve system performance and reliability.
  • Analyze and understand C++ code to interpret behavior.
  • Adjust feature designs to address field issues.
  • Use Python for data analysis, scripting, and system diagnostics.
  • Tune control gains and calibrate systems, documenting the process for future reference.
  • Identify and address gaps in system performance, ensuring continuous improvement.
  • Support reliability and manufacturing testing, contributing to the system's life cycle maintenance.
Requirements
  • Extensive experience in successful root cause analysis of complex software-mechatronic systems.
  • Driven and self-directed systems-thinker responsible for creating or improving effective sustaining engineering processes.
  • Excellent communicator with demonstrated collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with controls focus and industrial experience.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $130k-$154k, plus pre-IPO stock options and benefits. This is a full-time position based in Menlo Park, CA, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Mainspring Energy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment where everyone can thrive.

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