Lead Mechanical Engineer, Structures

This is an on‑site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.

• Lead the mechanical design and development of the Node’s primary and secondary structures.
• Build and manage a team that supports future iterations of the Node.
• Own the design, analysis and development of Node structures, secondary structures and subassemblies.
• Lead and participate in design reviews with the internal team and interface with external fabricators and vendors.
• Mentor and guide other engineers and designers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Oversee project documentation and create detailed engineering releases using drawings and GD&T.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing and Operations to produce new Node designs that achieve targets for cost and performance.
• Develop and maintain expertise in CAD software personally and within the team for engineering definition and release.

• A degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, naval architecture, marine engineering, or another related field.
• Extensive experience designing components, structures and assemblies from a variety of materials.
• 10+ years of 3D CAD modelling experience.
• 5+ years experience with large‑scale, safety‑critical welded steel structures.
• Strong fundamental skills with hand calculations and experience with structural FEA.
• Demonstrated experience building teams, leading, and mentoring other engineers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide guidance and receive it from engineers, designers, technicians, and suppliers.
• A work history including at least five design, build, test, deploy/release/produce cycles for complex systems or vehicles.
• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field or five years of additional experience.
• 5+ years in a similar role.
• Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to marine systems (welded structures, mechanical assemblies, hydraulics/pneumatics, industrial automation and data acquisition).
• Experience with a programming language such as Python, Julia or Mathematica.
• Knowledge of engineering standards such as ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills.
• Desired qualifications are not required; we encourage strong candidates with a subset of skills to apply.

• Cash compensation of $235,000–$285,000 per year.
• Equity in the company.
• Benefits package including flexible paid time off, 100% employer‑paid gold‑level PPO health insurance for employees, partners and dependents, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, and tax‑advantaged accounts such as 401(k), health FSA and dependent care FSA.
• Relocation assistance to facilitate a move to Portland.