Senior Mechanical Engineer

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power, and water simultaneously.

The pay for this position ranges from $115,000 - $135,000.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. has an opening for Senior Mechanical Engineer in Danbury, Connecticut.

Job Duties:

• Develop and utilize mathematical models to aid in the design of fuel cell components and fuel-cell based systems.
• Leads technical discussions and review meetings with interdisciplinary project teams using informative, concise slide presentations and dialogue.
• Analyzes designs utilizing a combination of engineering calculations, computer-aided engineering tools (FEA software such as Nastran or Ansys), and/or analyses of test data.
• Advises selections for a range of materials including high temperature metal alloys, ceramics, and insulation.
• Designs custom equipment and manages the fabrication process to ensure delivery of high-quality equipment in accordance with the project schedule.
• Participates in dFMEA and pFMEA activities to ensure design and assembly process risks are identified and mitigated to acceptable levels.
• Reviews engineering design documentation including P&ID’s, technical reports, mechanical fabrication drawings, vendor supplied specifications, and design review slide decks.
• Ensures that systems are developed in accordance with best safety practices. This includes participating in Hazard and Operability Analysis (HAZOP) reviews, as needed.
• Prepares technical reports and presentations to communicate designs/results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Acts as a mentor toward junior engineers and assists in training and team building.
• This is a hybrid position; may work from home up to 2 days per week. Travels (5%) domestically and/or internationally.

Qualifications:

• Must possess at least a master's degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer or in a related role.
• In the alternative, a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field and at least 7 years of progressive experience as a Mechanical Engineer or a related role would be acceptable.
• At least 3 years of experience with ANSYS Fluent CFD software.
• At least 2 years of experience with fuel cell stack interface hardware.
• At least 2 years of experience carrying out mechanical engineering duties such as, but not limited to: conceptual design, computational fluid dynamics analysis, creating drawings specifications, laboratory component testing, vendor fabrication quoting, and materials selection.
• At least 2 years of experience with Autodesk Inventor CAD software and Autodesk Vault file management software.
• At least 1 year of experience with bolt torque calculations for bolted joints including those with gasketed interfaces.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to or contact us by calling 860-496-2222 . Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

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We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.