Senior R&D Mechanical Technician

About Mainspring

Mainspring Energy manufactures and delivers fuel-flexible, low-emissions local power solutions that rapidly add new capacity and deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable electric power. The company began commercial shipments of its Mainspring Linear Generators in 2020 and today has hundreds of megawatts in advanced development and field operations for leading Fortune 500 companies, data centers, and utilities. Mainspring also partners with global energy leaders including AEP, NextEra Energy Resources, Schneider Electric, and more.

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Job Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic and resourceful individuals with a strong mechanical background to join our growing Research & Development team as R&D Technicians. If you have a knack for mechanics, enjoy tackling novel challenges, and possess a passion for improvisation and creative problem-solving, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you will be instrumental in the development of our innovative generator technology, working closely with our talented engineering team at our dedicated R&D Center of Excellence in Menlo Park. You'll have the chance to experiment, build prototypes, and contribute directly to bringing affordable, dispatchable, and clean energy to the world. We offer excellent working conditions, with at least 30% of your time spent in comfortable indoor environments. Ergonomics and safety are paramount in our facility, ensuring a supportive and healthy work environment.

Responsibilities

• Dive headfirst into the exciting world of next-gen high-efficiency generator development, collaborating with a dynamic build and test team to push the boundaries of energy technology
• Leverage your mechanical prowess and unique skills to construct cutting-edge components and assemblies for our generators, following procedures while also identifying opportunities for innovation
• Join forces with our talented engineers to troubleshoot, repair, and even reimagine components and assemblies, directly influencing the evolution of our designs
• Become a detective of mechanical systems, conducting thorough inspections of test units and meticulously documenting your findings to provide crucial insights for our engineering team
• Partner with your fellow innovators to proactively identify and implement improvements that enhance both the safety and efficiency of our groundbreaking work

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and/or repair
• Experience with automotive or heavy equipment assembly is a plus
• Proven ability to learn quickly, a strong sense of self-motivation, and a demonstrated commitment to safety
• Experience with precision measuring instruments, capable of measurements down to .001”, using tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, and gauge blocks
• Metal fabrication skills are considered a plus
• Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from the state of California is a plus