Mechanical Engineer
Company: Porifera
Location: San Leandro
Posted on: August 5, 2022
Job Description:
ABOUT PORIFERAPorifera manufactures proprietary forward osmosis
membranes and systems and provides process solutions to food &
beverage and water reuse customers around the world. Our innovative
products enable industries to efficiently remove water and retain
only the most valuable components of their products. This
award-winning technology facilitates the reduction of water waste,
improvements to water reuse, and more efficient processing
solutions to help companies make better products using less energy.
Customers use our technology to reduce the shipping volume of their
beer and coffee products, to remove alcohol from wine, or to
process manure for premium, organic fertilizer. We are a small,
highly qualified team of professionals in a dynamic and
entrepreneurial environment. Together, we've developed a
revolutionary product and we continue to explore new frontiers in
processing and purification. As our business grows, we seek
exceptional talent to join our elite team.POSITION OVERVIEWThe
ideal Mechanical Engineer (ME) candidate will have hands-on
experience building prototypes and working with mechanical and
fluid systems. The candidate must be competent designing piping and
mechanical assemblies from schematics, generating prints, sourcing
off-the-shelf items and specifying custom components.The ME will
contribute to the design, fabrication and documentation of
automated fluid systems and the field installation, start-up and
testing of innovative beverage concentration and water reuse
systems. The ME may also contribute to the design and
implementation of a robotic manufacturing system.GENERAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform engineering design and analysis for a variety of
projects
- Draft and design 3D piping skids and oversee hydraulic piping
system builds
- Operate membrane equipment for in-house testing and at customer
sites
- Support the design and manufacture of custom equipment
- Investigate equipment challenges and determine appropriate
remedies
- Provide input to cost estimates and production and installation
schedules
- Interact with engineers, researchers, and customers on matters
relating to finished product design, technical performance, and
documentation criteria
- Collaborate with a diverse group of team members and
customersSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS --- Mechanical engineering degree
--- Proficiency in Autocad and 3D modeling (Fusion 360, Inventor,
or SolidWorks) --- General knowledge of manufacturing methods. ---
Relevant experience a plus, such as knowledge of piping systems
design and best practices, machine shop and hand tools skills, or
experience overseeing piping skid or mechanical builds
- Organized, superior attention to detail, documentation and
control skills
- Self-motivated team player, comfortable in a hands-on small
business environment
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to a wide variety of tasks
and functions
- Strong verbal and written communication skillsHOW TO
APPLYComplete the application on www.porifera.com/careers or visit
www.linkedin.com/company/porifera. Only applicants who have
successfully submitted both the application and required
documentation will be considered. Only applicants being considered
will be contacted.HIRING STATEMENTPorifera is committed to
providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment
opportunities (EEO) are available to all applicants and employees
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability or genetics. Women or minority candidates are encouraged
to apply. In addition to federal law requirements, Porifera
complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the
company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training. Porifera expressly prohibits
any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national
origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Improper interference with the ability of Porifera's employees to
perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and
including discharge.
Keywords: Porifera, San Leandro , Mechanical Engineer, Engineering , San Leandro, California
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