Senior Ocean Engineer

Verterra Energy is seeking a Senior Ocean Engineer in New Brighton, MN, to lead marine functions for their innovative hydropower technology. The role requires a BS in a relevant engineering field and 7+ years of experience with marine systems. Responsibilities include managing a mechanical engineering team and overseeing the development of mechanical and marine systems. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.
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 have also recently partnered with NIRON, DoD, DoE, University of Minnesota, WEG Group, Beckhoff, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the US Army Corp of Engineers!

We're seeking an Ocean Engineer to help lead our marine function. The ideal candidate has a background with ocean, or marine engineering and the ability 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.

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Requirements

Must Have
• BS or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering or similar
• 7+ years of experience with marine or hydrokinetic systems, components, or technologies
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Experience using CAD Software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar.
• Proficient with 3D solid modeling with the ability to produce and review mechanical engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with Matlab, LabView, MathCAD or similar applications.
• Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills.
• Practical experience with Finite Element Analysis applications.
• US Citizenship required

Nice to Have
• Comfortable working with outside vendors and clients.
• Hands-on practical experience working in a shop or laboratory environment.
• Understanding of design for manufacturability (high/low volume).
• Program related technical writing reporting.
• CAD surface modeling.
• Marine and/or UUV experience

Responsibilities
• Manage a mechanical engineering team
• Manage mechanical vendors
• Lead the mechanical and marine systems development
• Program Reporting
• Manage multiple programs

Benefits
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a generous annual company contribution of $500 (available with qualified plan enrollment)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical expenses
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage - completely free for employees
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits - at no cost to you
• 401(k) plan featuring a company match
• A generous PTO policy that includes:
• Starting with 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 2 weeks of sick and safe time
• 11 paid holidays recognized by the company
• A flexible and accommodating work environment
• An inviting modern kitchen with a comfortable break area, stocked with snacks and beverages
• Bike-friendly workplace!
• On-site shower and locker room facilities
• Relocation support available