Panthalassa · 9 hours ago
Lead Fluids Engineer
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expPanthalassa is a renewable energy and ocean technology company focused on developing sustainable solutions by harnessing ocean energy. They are seeking a Lead Fluids Engineer to provide technical leadership for the design and development of their core technology, the Node, which operates in harsh ocean conditions.
EnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Accountable for Node fluid systems over all stages of each node program
Accountable for building the team that handles fluid system design demands over time as Panthalassa scales
Lead and participate in design reviews with the internal team and interface with external fabricators and vendors
Mentor and guide other engineers and designers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
Oversee project documentation and create detailed engineering releases using drawings and GD&T as appropriate
Partner closely with our internal testing organization as well as external resources to deliver systems that perform as required, work the first time during deployments, and continue to operate for the duration of deployment and recovery
Personally develop and maintain expert level use of CAD and other relevant simulation software
Qualification
Required
A degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, naval architecture, marine engineering, or another related engineering discipline
Extensive experience designing components for fluid systems from a variety of materials for various applications
10+ years of 3D CAD modeling experience
5+ years experience with complex, safety critical, or high performance fluid systems
Strong fundamental skills with hand calculations and experience with simulation tools
Demonstrated experience building teams, leading, and mentoring other engineers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to provide guidance to and receive it from engineers, designers, technicians, and suppliers
A work history that includes at least five design, build, test, deploy/release/produce cycles for complex systems/vehicles
Preferred
An advanced degree in a relevant engineering field or 5 years of additional experience
5+ years in a similar role
Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter
Understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to marine systems (welded structures, mechanical assemblies, hydraulics/pneumatics, industrial automation & data acquisition, etc.)
Experience with a programming language like Python, Julia, or Mathematica
Knowledge of engineering standards such as ASME Y14.5
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills
Benefits
Flexible paid time off
Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed)
Company
Panthalassa
Panthalassa creates clean and cheap energy in the middle of the ocean.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-08-24Series Unknown
2023-12-31Convertible Note
2022-06-30Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Garth Sheldon-Coulson
Co-Founder & CEO
Ivar Thorson, Ph.D.
COO & Director of Electrical Engineering
Recent News
2025-10-07
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