Jupiter Volta Inc.

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Fluid Systems

LocationBerkeley, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$120,000-$150,000

About This Job


Job description

Jupiter Volta Inc. is looking for an experienced, ambitious, and hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and deploy fluid handling systems for a novel plasma processing technology, with exciting new applications ranging from making fertilizer to generating fusion energy. Our fluid handling systems create vacuum, compress and transport process gasses at wide pressure ranges, flow coolant, and create pneumatic logic circuits. As a member of our small but talented team of engineers and scientists, you will be ready to contribute to different areas of expertise as project needs dictate, and have the opportunity to enlarge your skillset to meet project needs. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a pragmatic approach, who is capable of working independently and incrementally towards ambitious goals via application of foundational engineering principles. We are looking for someone who will thrive in our team culture of innovation, excellence, and passion to change the world.


Key Responsibilities:

Design, install, test, and troubleshoot mechanical components such as flow nozzles, pumps and compressors, pneumatic and electric valves, and coolant loop systems.
Define specifications and manage manufacturing of components with external vendors such as vacuum pumps and high purity blowers, mass-flow meters and controllers, and motorized positioning stages.
Design fluid logic systems, working with controls engineers to accurately control fluid systems.
Develop and implement new configurations of vacuum, gas, and cooling water conveyance lines.
Troubleshoot and seal leaks in vacuum systems.
Develop best practices for assembly and maintenance of vacuum plasma system components.
Develop organizational methods for fluid piping to ensure ease of maintenance and troubleshooting.
Develop safety components like machine guards for hot piping, and logical safety procedures to keep operators away from danger.
Generate and execute testing plans for devices.
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers and scientists to evaluate the performance of prototype systems.
Develop and validate ideas to improve system design. Perform problem solving and engineering calculation exercises to improve system capabilities to match requirements.


Desired Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at minimum
3+ years of experience in hands-on fluid systems engineering
Basic fabrication skills - e.g. bandsaw, drill press, lathe, welding, etc.
Fluency in SolidWorks or another mechanical CAD package
Knowledge of industrial/vacuum plumbing components such as NPT, push-to-connect, compression, VCR, KF, CF, ISO, Tri-Clamp
Mechanical assembly skills


Bonus Skills:

PLC programming, Ignition Designer, Industrial controls, other programming skills
Vacuum system experience (semiconductor equipment, etc.)
Experience with rapid prototype procurement

Jupiter Volta is an early-stage startup. Compensation will include equity and be awarded based on experience.


Location is on-site in Berkeley, CA.


Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Paid time off


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off


Work Location: In person

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