Staff Mechanical Engineer – Continuous Improvement for Mechanical Design & Quality Control
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Do you have a knack for design of complex mechanical systems? Have you ever invented a tool or changed a process just to make routine installation or service faster and easier? If you're driven by solving real-world design challenges, and working with state of the art mechanical power generation equipment, then this role is built for you.
Mainspring Energy is seeking a Mechanical Sustaining Engineer with a focus on design to lead product improvement efforts across our field and production systems. You will work embedded on site at a contract manufacturer to address design and manufacturing issues at their root. You will support manufacturing with a hands-on approach to solve complex dynamic mechanical problems working directly with the product to take measurements, perform testing, and support pilot efforts to develop rework/retrofit processes. You will redesign critical components for durability and ease of service, and integrate your findings back into the development process to ensure the long-term reliability and manufacturability of our products.
Lead the root cause analysis of mechanical failures using data from diagnostics, hands-on testing, and fundamental analysis of bolted joints or material fatigue life
Redesign or re-engineer components, fasteners, or assemblies to eliminate failures, reduce costs, or improve serviceability
Coordinate design engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure that changes are thoroughly tested and validated with short feedback cycles
Collaborate with NPI, manufacturing quality, and supply chain teams to ensure solutions are optimized for production, vendor capabilities, and field service
Predict and prevent failure modes by applying a deep understanding of mechanical system interactions, tolerance stack-ups, and real-world use conditions
Implement feedback loops from field issues into design standards and engineering processes to continuously improve product quality and reduce recurrence
Manage internal improvement systems that embed learnings into manufacturing process flow and future design development efforts
Support the development of service tooling, testing fixtures, or diagnostic aids as needed for improved deployment and serviceability
Travel to HQ in Menlo Park, CA required once per quarter
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a similar technical field, minimum BS + 11 years mechanical design experience
Hands-on experience with mechanical design, including analysis of bolted joints, stress analysis, and structural integrity
Hands on experience with component and system level testing including measurement techniques and data analysis
Proven ability to use data-driven root cause analysis to solve complex, cross-functional design issues.
Experience addressing and resolving field and production issues
Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and quality system tools (PFMEA, 8D, CAPA, etc.)
Deep understanding of tolerance stack-ups and the use of CMMs in inspection processes
Familiar with manufacturing processes including tube swaging, crimping, potting, stamping, sheet metal, hydroforming, welding, machining, and fabrication
Proficient in SolidWorks or a comparable CAD package; PDM experience preferred
Experience with structural FEA and/or is a plus
A passion for building robust, field-ready solutions with high reliability and serviceability
Directly influence the reliability and field performance of mission-critical mechanical systems
Collaborate with top-tier engineering teams in a fast-paced and supportive environment
Be part of an innovation-driven company working on impactful technologies
Competitive compensation and a full benefits package
Opportunities for technical leadership and long-term growth
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, if this role resonates with your skills and passions, we encourage you to apply.
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- Source: Mainspring Energy's official careers site (via Lever) · last confirmed on the source 27 Oct 2026
- Posted 20 Oct 2026
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
Department · Mechanical Engr
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Mainspring Energy
Power generation for data centers, utilities, industrial & enterprise applications. Fuel-flexible, fast to deploy, high-efficiency, low NOx power.
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