Composites Engineer

What We Do at Verterra Energy

At Verterra Energy, we're on a mission to harness the power in the world's rivers, canals and oceans. To accomplish this, we are commercializing our first device called VOLTURNUS, a pioneering water-power technology that deploys in harmony with the current to capture baseline, zero emission electricity.

Backed by top-tier investors and a multi-year government contract, we are growing our founding team to help achieve key milestones. Partners and collaborators include: NIRON, DoD, DoE, University of Minnesota, WEG Group, Beckhoff, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the US Army Corp of Engineers.

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In this role, the Composites Engineer will support composite part design, development, and production while advancing the company’s overall composites knowledge and capability. This person will work across design, process development, tooling, and documentation - from early prototyping through low-rate production - to help bring the VOLTURNUS system and related hardware into the water.

The ideal candidate combines strong hands‑on composite fabrication experience with solid understanding of materials, processes, and production documentation.

• Design and develop composite parts and structures for Verterra’s products and test articles
• Develop, document, and refine composite manufacturing processes, including layup, cure, demold, trimming, and inspection
• Participate in the development, oversight, and maintenance of composite tooling and fixtures from prototype through production
• Create and maintain work instructions, travelers, and other documentation needed to support repeatable composite production
• Support prototype builds and low‑rate production, including hands‑on work with layups and processing as needed
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineers to ensure composite parts meet functional and structural requirements
• Contribute to material and process selection, including evaluation of new materials and vendors
• Help train and support technicians in composite fabrication best practices

• A technical degree in composites or equivalent experience in composite fabrication
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience supporting engineering or R&D composites‑based product development programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of composite materials and processing methods
• Understanding of out‑of‑autoclave, closed molding methods, including both pre‑preg and wet resin infusion
• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow technical documentation
• Comfort working hands‑on in a shop and test environment

• Familiarity with open molding methods
• ACMA certification
• Experience with marine, aerospace, or wind energy composite structures
• Experience in a startup or small‑company environment, with flexibility to wear multiple hats

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company‑paid life, disability, and basic protections
• 401(k) with employer match
• 4 weeks paid time off + 2 weeks sick and safe leave
• 7 company‑paid holidays:
  New Year’s Day (January
  1), Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
• Stocked kitchen

Verterra Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

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