Mechanical Engineering Manager - Subsea Systems

Job Description

At Verterra Energy, we're on a mission to harness the power in the world's rivers, canals and oceans. To accomplish this, we are commercializing our first device called VOLTURNUS, a pioneering water-power technology that deploys in harmony with the current to capture baseload, zero emission electricity. Backed by top-tier investors and a multi-year government contract, we are growing our founding team to help achieve key milestones.

We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead our mechanical function. The ideal candidate has a background with subsea engineering and the ablity to handle both hands on engineering work while leading a small team of mechanical engineers. This is a highly important and visible role that will lead the development of technologies that will be used in the deployment, operation and retrieval of our modular hydropower technology, and peripheral systems.

Requirements

Bachelors or advanced degree in a related discipline such as mechanical engineering, or ocean engineering

Deep understanding of subsea or offshore environments and the related engineering challenges

Experience leading teams while also making an impact as an IC

Familiarity with mechanical component and hardware identification and selection

Understanding of mechanical systems design and integration

Ability to perform bench and field testing

Responsibilities

Manage a mechanical engineering team

Manage mechanical vendors

Lead the mechanical and subsea systems development

Program Reporting

Manage multiple programs

Benefits

Verterra Energy offers competitive salary and equity, a generous vacation policy, company sponsored health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company matching and much more! Our facility, located in New Brighton, MN features free parking, a fully appointed kitchen with free snacks and beverages, a company library, modern furnishings and scooters to navigate the shop.

2 weeks PTO plus 2 weeks Flex-Time for sick days or to extend or celebrate holidays.

The below-range represents Verterra Energy’s current good-faith pay scale for this role, we reserve the right to modify or update this range at any time. Compensation is only one part of our entire total rewards package.

Annual Salary Range:

$130,000 - $150,000 USD