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Structural Analyst in Burlingame

Energy Jobline ZR, Burlingame, California, United States, 94012

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Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.

Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.

Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

Job Title: Structural Analysis Engineer - ESS Location: San Francisco Bay area, CA Department: Energy Storage Systems Engineering Reports to: Manager, Mechanical Engineering Position Type: Full time About the Job Peak Energy is looking for a Staff Structural Analysis Engineer to lead aid the development of our gigawatt scale energy storge system. This person will be a key stakeholder in structural design decisions, from architecture to optimization to validation. They will work with internal design and manufacturing partners, along with external partners, to provide engineering trades and guidance. This person has strong fundamentals while bringing a practical and can-do attitude to the role.

Responsibilities Structural Analysis

Guide and inform Energy Storage System structural design

Define relevant loading conditions, analysis and validation strategy

Perform detailed static and dynamic structural analysis of systems and components, determining stress, strain, frequency response, and fatigue characteristics using first principles, hand calculations, and FEA.

Propose design modifications to enhance structural reliability and performance

Simulation and Modeling

Develop and validate simulation models for structural analysis

Utilize advanced computational tools and techniques, such as finite element analysis (FEA)

Testing and Validation

Design and oversee experimental tests to validate models and predictions

Work with test engineers to analyze and correlate test data, and to incorporate findings into simulation model and design improvements

Collaboration and Communication

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, manufacturing, and quality assurance

Present analysis results and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Drive and participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing

A great team spirit and get-it-done attitude. No job is too big or too small

Minimum Qualifications

Master's or PhD Bachelor's degree in field related to mechanical, civil, aerospace or structural engineering

2+ years of experience working with large scale structural and electrical systems

Proficiency in simulation software such as ABAQUS, ANSYS, or similar

Proficiency in pre-and-post processing software such as Hypermesh, ANSA, or similar

Experience with design and manufacturing of medium to high volume products

Experience with hands on testing and model validation

Eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in field related to mechanical, civil, aerospace or structural engineering

Experience with transportation durability, random vibration, and road load analysis

Experience with fatigue analysis software such as nCode, fe-safe, or similar

Experience with seismic simulation

Experience work with HV switch gear

Experience working with large scale battery storage systems

The salary range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Our competitive benefits package includes flexible time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, and equity opportunities. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

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