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Climate People

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Climate People, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Base Pay Range $150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

About the Company A pioneering climate‑tech company developing next‑generation subsurface energy systems to make natural resource recovery more sustainable and water‑efficient. Their patented technology uses electric stimulation to enhance underground permeability, offering a precise, low‑impact alternative to traditional hydraulic fracturing. The team is multidisciplinary, blending geophysics, high‑voltage engineering, and mechanical design to unlock geothermal, geologic hydrogen, and carbon‑storage opportunities.

Your Impact You will lead mechanical and electro‑mechanical design for advanced downhole energy‑delivery systems operating in extreme high‑temperature and high‑pressure environments.

Architect structural and mechanical systems that integrate seamlessly with electrical assemblies

Conduct FEA/CFD modeling for stress, vibration, and heat transfer in HPHT environments

Design and qualify pressure vessels, housings, and enclosures per ASME/API standards

Lead a small mechanical team—setting priorities, reviewing designs, and mentoring junior engineers

Collaborate cross‑functionally with electrical and power‑electronics teams to achieve robust system performance

Oversee prototype builds from concept to field deployment, ensuring manufacturability and test readiness

Support field campaigns, commissioning, and troubleshooting mechanical systems (~10‑20% travel)

About You

Master’s or PhD (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electro‑Mechanical, or Materials Engineering

7+ years’ experience designing and validating complex mechanical or structural systems for energy, utilities, or industrial equipment

Proven leadership experience and ability to manage cross‑functional technical projects

Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and ANSYS or COMSOL for simulation and analysis

Expertise in HPHT materials, sealing, and pressure‑vessel design

Hands‑on approach and comfort working in prototype environments

Excellent communicator, able to bridge mechanical, electrical, and geoscience teams

Bonus:

Experience in geothermal, oil & gas, or downhole tool design; familiarity with dielectric materials, sensors, or thermo‑mechanical coupling.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Industries Energy Technology, Climate Technology Product Manufacturing, and Services for Renewable Energy

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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