Tau is a venture-backed advanced technology company based in the Bay Area (Redwood City, CA). We design and develop next-generation products for electrification. The company was started because we believe the key to a more sustainable future requires modern power conversion systems to increase the security of the world’s energy. We have pioneered technologies that leverage software-enabled hardware to provide industry-leading scale, economics, and efficiencies. Our systems include innovations across electric machines, inverters, controllers, thermal management, simulation, and charging systems.

Tau’s team of engineers, scientists, technologists, operators, and industry leaders continue to advance our internal technology roadmap while collaborating with commercial partners to deploy our existing products to market in the relentless pursuit of creating efficient power conversion systems for a more sustainable future.

At our core, Tau is made of exceptionally talented and mission-aligned people. Developing complex electromechanical systems is an interdisciplinary challenge. We are looking to expand our team with diverse engineering, scientific, and operational expertise.

Tau is an equal opportunity employer that guarantees a work environment that respects and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About you

We are looking for people who aren’t afraid to take on new challenges, and are as passionate about energy and electrification as we are:

You find large challenges exciting and enjoy discovering and defining problems as much as solving them.
You deliver. You may enjoy thoughtful conversations about problems and perfecting design, but in the end you know that what matters is delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions.
You are a cross disciplinary team member. You are excited to work with, learn from, and contribute to technology teams ranging from electromagnetics, power electronics, controls systems, mechanical, materials, software, computational physics, and beyond.

About the Role

We seek several Staff Mechanical Design Engineers to join our growing team to advance our internal technology roadmap and translate our innovative products to market with our commercial partners.

As a design team member, you will help design, develop, and commercialize next-generation technology systems. You will apply engineering fundamentals and innovation to solve problems and learn quickly and creatively. You will model, design, source, prototype, test, and benchmark designs in the role. You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues. Hands-on experience and demonstrated impact in electromechanical systems is a plus.

What You’ll Do

Design and build hardware systems for use in automotive and energy storage applications
Develop and optimize designs in 3D CAD software with associated CAE tools
Validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility
Create designs interactively with the multidisciplinary team to incorporate technical and product engineering inputs into the design
Complete and release component designs and documentation, including 2D drawings
Integrate mechanical designs with high-voltage electrical systems in a multidisciplinary environment
Develop the design for failure modes and effects analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan (DVP)
Optimize mechanical designs for size, weight, durability, performance, manufacturability, and cost
Work with cross-functional teams to build and test designs
Participate in the sourcing process and manage engineering relationships with suppliers
Deliver to defined schedules

What You’ll Bring

8 - 12 years relevant industry experience
Capacity to work independently, including start-to-finish ownership of hardware – from specification to design, prototype, reliability validation, and high-volume manufacturing
Strong 3D CAD skills, with proficiency in at least one professional 3D CAD package
Demonstrated understanding of GD&T
Experience with component design, analysis, and validation
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal stamping, die casting, etc.
Great technical and interpersonal communication
Evidence of being a self-starter and bringing projects to completion
Proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and curious nature
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Desired Skills

Hands-on mechanical fabrication, prototyping, and test experience.
Master or Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering or a relevant field
Automotive powertrain experience-especially transmission and EV powertrain systems
Automotive experience or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
Knowledge of environmental, reliability, and safety requirements for Automotive, Industrial, & Residential applications
Previous direct involvement in product launch or manufacturing support for mass production.
Experience with electronic control systems

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The level will depend on the candidate’s experience. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Perks

Become part of an emerging company during a rapid growth phase—within an industry undergoing dramatic transformation for a global imperative.
Work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields to: (1) attack some of the most pressing issues of today while (2) contributing to technically demanding and deeply innovative solutions.
Growth potential—we advance team members who have an outsized impact.
Competitive compensation based upon experience level, including stock options—we believe in capturing value in the future we create together.
Flexible time off and paid holidays.
Centrally located in the Bay Area on the Peninsula in vibrant downtown Redwood City
- Blocks from the Caltrain
- Walking distance to food and entertainment
- Easy access to both the 101 and 280
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full time team members.
Comprehensive benefits including HSA and FSA benefits, commuter benefits, ancillary benefits including OneMedical membership, a variety of telehealth services, and more.

Perks

6 month growth

1 year growth

2 year growth