Mechanical Engineer II

Quaise Energy•Houston, TX

25d

About The Position

Quaise Energy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to lead component-level design and development for laboratory-scale and field-ready millimeter-wave (mmW) drilling systems. The role involves independently executing moderately complex mechanical design and testing activities while contributing to experimental and product development. The engineer owns the design and analysis of components and subsystems from concept through manufacturing and testing, working with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams to support development and deployment of directed-energy drilling systems. This generalized engineering role offers potential to grow into specialized technical areas based on business needs, technical aptitude, and individual interests. The position may involve supervising contractors’ work to ensure it meets project requirements, but does not include formal people-management responsibilities. The role requires desk and computer work, movement among worksites, occasional handling of items up to 50 pounds, and working safely around high-voltage and high-power systems. Work hours and locations may change to support operational and testing activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Robotics.
2–5 years of related engineering experience in a design-focused or product-development environment.
Demonstrated ability to independently execute component-level design, analysis, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
Proficiency with CAD software.
Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical design principles.
Experience with structural analysis tools such as ANSYS Mechanical or similar FEA platforms.
Working knowledge of fluid systems, thermal systems, and mechanical testing methodologies.
Familiarity with ASME standards related to tubing, fittings, flanges, and pressure-containing systems.
Ability to independently execute engineering tasks and manage multiple technical priorities simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in experimental or fast-paced development environments.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including maintaining review-ready engineering documentation.
Comfort working in a startup or high-growth environment with evolving priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project planning tools.
Ability to interact effectively with coworkers, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams in office and field environments.
Ability to work safely around high-voltage and high-power systems while following established safety protocols.
Ability to move between worksites or travel to job sites and locations as needed.
Ability to lift, push, pull, transfer, or move items up to 50 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Creo experience.
Experience in laboratory, R&D, manufacturing, energy, aerospace, industrial, or other highly technical engineering environments.

Responsibilities

Lead component-level mechanical design from requirements definition through detailed drawings, release, manufacturing, and testing.
Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and apply GD&T principles to ensure fit, function, and manufacturability.
Support the design and development of testing and drilling systems for the Quaise mmW Drilling System.
Perform structural, thermal, and fluid-system engineering analyses to validate and optimize designs.
Use FEA tools to evaluate components and assemblies against expected operating conditions and loads.
Apply ASME standards and engineering best practices in component selection and mechanical system design.
Assist with CFD evaluations and flow analysis for fluid and thermal system development.
Design, execute, and document experiments and testing activities, including Design of Experiments methodologies where appropriate.
Identify, specify, and integrate sensors, actuators, and instrumentation for experimental and operational systems.
Develop and integrate hardware for laboratory experiments, test fixtures, and field-ready drilling systems.
Select materials and components based on thermal, structural, fatigue, and operational requirements.
Maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, calculations, analyses, bills of materials, and test records.
Work with vendors and manufacturers to source custom and commercially available components.
Troubleshoot mechanical and experimental systems and support recovery efforts during testing and field operations.
Participate in technical reviews and cross-functional engineering discussions.
May supervise contractor work to ensure it is completed in accordance with project requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.