Senior R&D Engineer

Senior R&D Engineer

The Senior R&D Engineer will contribute to the design and optimization of our next-generation solar tracking systems through multivariable and multiphysics simulation, modeling, and optimization. You will work closely with the R&D team to build and refine models that capture mechanical, aerodynamic, and control interactions across the tracker system. This role blends computational mechanics, optimization, and data science in support of design decisions that improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

• Design and optimize solar tracking systems using multivariable and multiphysics simulation.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to develop models capturing mechanical, aerodynamic, and control interactions.
• Utilize computational mechanics, optimization, and data science to support design decisions.
• Conduct simulations and modeling using FEA, Matlab, Python, and Ansys to verify and optimize structural, mechanical, and aerodynamic components.
• Engage in mechanical design and analysis to enhance system performance and reliability.

• Proficiency in simulation software such as Matlab and Ansys.
• 2 - 4 years of experience in running models and simulations.
• Expertise in mechanical design and mechanical analysis.
• Experience with modeling and data science applications.

• Experience with Solidworks.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Familiarity with experimental validation.
• Experience with Labview is a plus.

This position offers a hybrid work environment, with on-site work required from Monday to Thursday and remote work on Fridays unless business needs dictate otherwise. The work environment is highly collaborative, contributing to the company's leadership in the solar tracker space and its growth within the renewable energy sector.

This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Fremont,CA
• Final date to receive applications This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026

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