Senior Mechanical EngineerSenior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
Fervo Energy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design and optimization of mechanical systems for innovative power plants. The role applies advanced engineering judgment and first-principles analysis to develop high-performance, cost-effective plant designs, while mentoring junior engineers and influencing cross-disciplinary decisions. As Fervo moves from first-of-a-kind projects toward scaled deployment, this engineer will help standardize designs and improve project efficiency. The position reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager. The role has a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office and regular in-office presence at Fervo’s Oakland, California office. The in-office schedule is considered an essential function of the role.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- At least 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering in large capital projects.
- Proven track record leading projects and designs through fabrication and testing.
- Deep expertise in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and structural mechanics.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to translate technical complexity into clear decisions.
Nice To Haves
- R&D mechanical engineering design experience.
Responsibilities
- Own specification generation, design, and analysis of mechanical systems, components, and equipment for power generation and surface facilities.
- Drive first-principles tradeoff analysis across mechanical and thermal systems to optimize plant performance.
- Identify opportunities to simplify, accelerate, and standardize mechanical designs while maintaining technical excellence and reliability.
- Inform and support procurement related to mechanical equipment, systems, and vendor specifications for power plant designs.
- Take responsibility for cost, safety, and constructability in addition to design.
- Work with urgency and resilience, embracing rapid iteration and maintaining high performance under pressure.
- Collaborate across process, electrical, reservoir, and drilling disciplines and with external partners to develop integrated solutions.
- Contribute to a culture of technical excellence and accountability, modeling the values of a world-class engineering team.
- Mentor junior engineers and support their development.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match.
- Flexible paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot.
- Dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses.
- Annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care.
- Employee ownership opportunities through an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
- Stock option grants and bonus opportunities for eligible roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
