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TES; Thermal Energy Storage Mechanical Engineer

Job in Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois, 61825, USA
Listing for: Cache Energy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Energy Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: TES (Thermal Energy Storage) Mechanical Engineer

TES (Thermal Energy Storage) Mechanical Engineer

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TES (Thermal Energy Storage) System Engineer - We are seeking a highly skilled and hands‑on system engineer to help transform our existing TES units into a fully integrated steam‑producing system. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and mechanical engineering, and experience in sizing and selecting equipment such as heat exchangers, sensors, and steam generation systems.

The role requires someone who can work both independently and collaboratively to design and implement system upgrades, ensuring efficient integration of new components into the existing infrastructure. If you are motivated by the scale of impactful solutions and the speed of execution, you will thrive in this fast‑paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team driving real‑world change in energy systems.

If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Outcomes
  • Lead design of large‑scale thermo‑chemical energy storage system
  • Leverage learnings from existing unit to help assemble the larger unit
  • Test and qualify the large‑scale unit for commercial deployment
  • Energy, Drive, and Speed
  • Superior interpersonal skills:
    Ability to act as a team player in a cohesive team, constructively seek and provide critique
  • Constant willingness to learn and improve
Responsibilities
  • Lead testing, scaling and efficiency improvement of energy storage units
  • Lead planning for manufacturing multiple commercial units
  • Manage various contractors and vendors during assembly and testing
  • Work in a driven, collaborative team with a large amount of autonomy and ownership
Qualifications

The ability to move fast and the knack for getting things done is absolutely necessary. An innovative mindset with prior experience in design, assembly and running pilot or commercial 1‑10MW thermal, chemical or related processes is preferred. Machining, welding, electrical experience is preferred but not necessary. 5+ years in the Chemical or Manufacturing industry is preferred.

Compensation
  • 100% health, dental and vision coverage
  • At‑par market salary tuned to level to experience
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Stock options
Senior Level
  • Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
  • Full‑time
Job Function
  • Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
  • Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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