Full-Time

Manager – Experimental & Validation Engineering

Posted on 8/29/2024

Energy Recovery

Energy Recovery

51-200 employees

Develops technologies for industrial fluid efficiency

Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$140k - $160kAnnually

Senior

San Leandro, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence at the San Leandro, CA facility.

Category
Design Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
GD&T
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • B.S. Degree or higher, preferably Mechanical Engineering or similar fields
  • 7+ years in a testing or implementation role
  • Experience with Solidworks and Labview
  • Experience with test instrumentation (Pressure & Temperature Transducer, Flow Meter, Proximity Probe, Accelerometer)
  • Data acquisition systems and hardware, NI Compact DAQ (cDAQ), NI Compact RIO (cRIO), NI MAX.
  • Familiarity with pump and turbine mechanical/hydraulic design, highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated skills utilizing CAD modeling (Solidworks) for design, generating drawings/layouts, as well as GD&T
  • Must possess a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, under pressure and with tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and be goal-oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Position requires up to 10% domestic & international travel
Responsibilities
  • The Experimental Engineering manager will support engineering studies and design verification activities
  • Lead the team as they execute testing plans in designated timelines and within budgets
  • Design new test loops and upgrades to preexisting ones
  • Develop new/innovative experimental techniques in order to breakdown & resolve difficult engineering challenges
  • Evaluate reliability of pressure exchanger technologies and supporting equipment within a system
  • Manage the working relationships with all internal and external customers
  • Test pressure exchangers to be used in CO2-based applications (refrigeration, heat pump)
  • Perform studies of pressure exchangers used in reverse osmosis desalination
  • Lead performance evaluation of pressure exchangers deployed in industrial wastewater applications
  • Develop junior team members towards professional maturity
  • Create policies and procedures necessary to ensure quality, efficient and cost-effective experimentation
  • Cultivate and sustain a culture of safety within the team
  • All other duties as assigned

Energy Recovery develops technologies that improve the efficiency and sustainability of industrial fluid flow processes. The company initially focused on the desalination industry with its pressure exchanger technology and has since expanded to sectors like wastewater treatment, hydraulic fracturing, sour gas processing, and CO2 refrigeration. Its products, including the PX Pressure Exchanger and Ultra PX, work by recovering and recycling energy within fluid systems, which helps clients reduce energy costs and environmental impact. Unlike many competitors, Energy Recovery emphasizes long-term service agreements and licensing deals, providing substantial cost savings and environmental benefits. The company's goal is to enhance industrial processes while aligning with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$6M

Headquarters

San Leandro, California

Founded

1992

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing global desalination market offers significant opportunities for Energy Recovery's technologies.
  • Increased adoption of CO2 refrigeration systems boosts demand for Energy Recovery's solutions.
  • MENA region's investment in desalination projects creates a lucrative market for the company.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in desalination technology could impact Energy Recovery's market share.
  • Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf may disrupt supply chains and project timelines.
  • Volatility in the oil and gas industry may affect demand for VorTeq technology.

What makes Energy Recovery unique

  • Energy Recovery's PX Pressure Exchanger technology is a leader in desalination efficiency.
  • The company offers diverse solutions across industries like wastewater treatment and CO2 refrigeration.
  • Energy Recovery's commitment to sustainability aligns with global environmental goals.

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