Principal Equipment Engineer

Bloom Energy • Fremont, CA

2d • $155,800 - $224,200 • Onsite

About The Position

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are looking for a Principal Equipment Engineer to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to Equipment Engineering Senior Manager and based in Fremont CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Manufacturing or Equipment Engineer with 7+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with robotics, motion control, pneumatics, and machine vision systems.
• Equipment requirement development and specification writing
• Knowledge of ergonomic and machine safety standards
• Knowledge of Autocad, Solidworks and MS Office suite
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-volume thin ceramics, solar, or battery manufacturing is a plus
• Experience in thermal equipment/process development and high-volume manufacturing integration.

Responsibilities

• Support equipment across various manufacturing lines, with differing levels of complexity
• Skilled in diagnosing and fixing manufacturing equipment Automated Equipment
• Provide support for equipment through PLC and HMI programming, encompassing motion and servo control systems
• Ability to modify existing control logic to improve safety, performance or throughput
• Participate in commissioning of new automated equipment and ensure all devices function as designed
• Installation, commissioning and support of vision systems for tracking and quality inspections
• Conducts engineering tasks in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems for testing, material handling, welding, and machining equipment
• Oversee equipment installation as well as start-up and implementation projects
• Partner with Advanced Manufacturing Engineers to lead FAT, equipment validation, and production handover
• Develop equipment specifications and documents for the manufacturing assembly, testing and material handling processes
• Oversee project timelines, financial planning, and prepare comprehensive status reports for leadership
• Work with vendors, facility engineers, manufacturing engineers, and production teams to manage project implementation
• Find ways to boost safety, cut costs, enhance efficiency, and raise quality
• Prepare or approve system as-built drawings
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including off shifts and weekends, as required by business needs

Benefits

• competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution
• a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• generous Mental Health Support services
• Legal services
• virtual Physical Therapy access
• Fertility & Family Forming benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior