We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.
The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.
Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Relativity, the U.S. military, and leading steel fabricators. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we're building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.
About the JobOur main product is called a "node" - a large steel structure that translates ocean waves into energy while deployed at sea. You will own the interface between our engineering team and external steel fabricators building our nodes and large structural assemblies. This role is about getting real hardware built—translating designs into fabrication, resolving issues on the shop floor, and keeping projects moving on aggressive timelines.
You'll work closely with suppliers and internal engineers to make sure designs are buildable, builds stay on track, and what comes out of the shop matches intent. Good looks like clear communication, fast problem solving, and strong supplier relationships that improve quality, cost, and speed over time.
Key Responsibilities:Own day-to-day coordination of steel fabrication projects with external suppliersDrive project timelines, tracking progress and unblocking issues to keep builds on scheduleTransfer engineering drawings to suppliers and manage as-built documentation back to internal teamsAct as the primary point of contact for suppliers, answering questions or routing to the right internal ownerProvide on-site support at supplier facilities to oversee builds and resolve issues in real timeTroubleshoot fabrication, material, and quality issues during active buildsProvide design-for-manufacturing feedback to engineering on feasibility, cost, and lead timesApprove invoices and manage change orders with suppliersIdentify, evaluate, and onboard new fabrication partners and capabilitiesBuild and maintain strong long term partnerships with suppliersRequired Qualifications:2-5 years of experience leading or managing steel fabrication projects5+ years of experience working in steel fabrication environmentsExtensive knowledge of applicable codes and specifications (AWS, AISC, BPVC) Knowledge of steel material supply chain and regional suppliers and shopsExtensive knowledge of fabrication processes and equipment, and fit & weld processes and equipment, including manual, semi-automated, and automated processesExtensive knowledge of dimensional and weld inspection techniques and methodsAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and documentation, GD&T, and weld notes Proven ability to work against aggressive schedules and keep projects moving Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDesired Qualifications:Experience using CAD tools to review or support fabrication workExperienced welder (Qualified Welder preferred)Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)Experience with coatings, including blast and paint processesBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experienceFamiliarity with large welded structures and heavy industrial equipmentThe above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.
Compensation and Benefits:If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:
Cash compensation of $110,000 - $155,000Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including: Flexible paid time offHealth insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSARelocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).Location:This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.
Read LessThe open ocean is Earth's largest and most power-dense renewable energy resource. Panthalassa is harnessing that resource to generate the cheapest energy on the planet. Our mission is to provide abundant and affordable clean energy for everyone.
We are rapidly scaling high-power test infrastructure for compute, power electronics, and turbine systems while bringing online state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment across multiple sites. In this environment, identifying creative, practical solutions that enable the delivery of sufficient power—quickly and reliably—will be a key contributor to the company's success.
Founded in 2016 and based in the Pacific Northwest, our team comes from diverse backgrounds in aerospace, naval architecture, marine operations, hardware, software, and research.
About the JobWe are building a core technology designed to operate in the harshest, most unpredictable environments on Earth, the world's oceans. Delivering on this mission requires not only elite engineering talent but a work environment that runs smoothly, scales intelligently, and frees our team to focus on solving impossibly hard problems.
We are looking for an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer to serve as the technical authority for the design and evolution of electrical infrastructure across our facilities. This role spans existing operations and new build-outs, covering infrastructure upgrades, new facility diligence, design input, installation, commissioning, and long-term system performance.
This is a design-forward role for someone who understands how power infrastructure actually gets delivered today, how to source it, design it, and scale it under real-world constraints. You will develop strategies to unlock megawatt-scale capacity quickly by combining traditional and non-traditional infrastructure approaches.
You are comfortable working upstream, shaping electrical architecture, identifying risks early, and translating evolving engineering needs into practical, buildable infrastructure plans that can be executed with quality and speed.
What You'll OwnPower Strategy & Infrastructure Design
Develop hybrid approaches to delivering MW-scale power (utility, temporary service, generation, storage), understanding technical requirements and thinking from first principles to identify creative solutions that meet those requirements Define paths to capacity (near-term vs. long-term) across cost, schedule, and constraintsWork directly with utilities and partners to shape power delivery strategyTranslate evolving load requirements into credible power ramp plansIdentify constraints and design around them with practical, buildable solutionsElectrical Infrastructure & Maintenance
Diagnose and resolve power quality issues, failures, and system risksDefine system standards and design criteria; partner with facilities team and external contractors for executionMaintain core system documentation (single-lines, panel schedules)Guide maintenance prioritization based on system criticalityDesign scalable distribution systems that avoid reworkDesign & Planning Review
Lead early-stage electrical design, including interim solutionsIntegrate power delivery with cooling, space, and site constraintsDevelop load calculations, single-lines, and conceptual layoutsReview designs for constructability and capacityCoordinate with external partners on design criteria and scopeConstruction, Commissioning & ExecutionSequence builds to enable rapid capacity deploymentManage electrical scopes, contractors, and submittalsOversee installation to ensure quality, safety, and alignment with designIntegrate new systems with minimal operational disruptionCapacity Planning & Power Systems AnalysisBuild staged power ramp models aligned to business timelinesConduct load studies and track capacity across systemsSupport power system studies Develop forward-looking infrastructure plansSafety & ComplianceOwn electrical safety programs (LOTO, energy control)Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHASupport inspections, permitting, and incident investigationsSystems, Standards & Continuous ImprovementDevelop electrical specifications and standardsImprove reliability, maintainability, and documentation practicesSupport cost estimation and budgetingWhat We're Looking ForRequiredDegree in Electrical Engineering or related field5–10+ years in industrial, manufacturing, or R&D environmentsExperience with medium-voltage systems, utility interconnection, or large power upgradesStrong background in electrical distribution systems and load calculationsAbility to develop and interpret electrical drawings and system modelsExperience leading contractors and driving executionStrong troubleshooting and root-cause capabilityWorking knowledge of electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA)PreferredExperience developing non-traditional or hybrid power solutionsDirect experience working with utilitiesExperience with on-site generation, microgrids, or phased buildsPE or EIT certificationExperience with power system modeling toolsBackground in high-growth R&D or prototype environmentsWork EnvironmentThis is a full-time, onsite role at our Portland, OR facility. The work involves regular time on the shop floor, in mechanical and electrical rooms, and in active construction or buildout environments. Candidates should be comfortable working alongside engineers, technicians, and contractors in a hands-on industrial setting.
Compensation and BenefitsIf hired for this full-time role, you will receive:
Cash compensation of $160,000 - $210,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and background.Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:Flexible paid time offHealth insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).LocationThis is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.
Read LessAbout the Company
We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.
The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.
Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.
About the Job
Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean's harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention. A node consists of a fabricated steel structure outfitted with the electromechanical systems necessary to harness the energy we generate and to control the node at sea.
We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Integrated Subsystems to own the strategy, processes, and day-to-day execution needed to manufacture and test our integrated electromechanical systems at high quality and increasing volume. This is a hands-on leadership role. You will help stand up production capability from the ground up by turning new designs into buildable processes, developing tooling and test workflows, and creating the foundation for a scalable manufacturing line. You will partner closely with Design Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Logistics to drive smooth New Product Introduction (NPI), improve throughput, and build a system that can scale with the company.
Responsibilities:
Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes for integrated electromechanical assemblies and pressure vessels, ensuring high quality, efficiency, and safety Develop or procure tooling, rigging, and lift fixtures to improve ergonomics, efficiency, safety, and quality controlSupport quality control initiatives and establish process controls to improve yield and meet quality management system requirements. Support and or lead efforts to build production SOPsLead efforts to establish procedures for critical and heavy lift plans, and partner with production to train teams on safe execution. Define and implement safety features in production workspaces as neededCollaborate closely with R&D and Design Engineering teams to transition new products from design to production, focusing on design for manufacturability, testability, and traceabilityWork with supply chain and logistics teams to support inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, select key vendors, establish handling procedures, and ensure timely delivery of components. Support make versus buy decisions with engineering analysisBe a technical point of contact for contract manufacturing partnersLead troubleshooting efforts for manufacturing issues, improve yields, reduce costs, and resolve technical challenges that arise during productionDefine the manufacturing strategy and roadmap for in-house production of these assemblies, including facilities planning, equipment selection, and workflow optimization Partner with cross-functional teams to execute and validate these strategiesRequired Qualifications:
6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct experience supporting integrated electromechanical subsystemsProven track record of delivering results, meeting production deadlines, and managing projects within budgetProficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and process development for complex assembliesExperience developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and design of experiments (DOE) for process improvementExperience developing or improving acceptance and test procedures, including test workflow optimizationWorking knowledge of quality management systems and production standards (e.g., ISO 9001) in an engineering and manufacturing contextBachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related disciplineDesired Qualifications:
Experience with tooling, rigging, and lift fixture design to support safe and efficient productionProven experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams in a scaling production environmentExperience with integrated system electrical testing and leak testing processes and proceduresExperience with integrated system electrical checkouts for high voltage electronics and mechanical proof testing proceduresExperience working in ESD-compliant or ISO-compliant production environmentsExperience working in both prototyping/R&D and scaled production environmentsThe above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.
Compensation and Benefits:
If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:
Cash compensation of $160,000 - $200,000Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including: Flexible paid time offHealth insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSARelocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).Location:
This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.
Read LessAbout the Company
We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.
The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company's direction on a regular basis.
Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Relativity, the U.S. military, and leading steel fabricators. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we're building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.
About the Job
Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean's harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention.
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will build the systems that allow us to make our hardware in-house—reliably, repeatably, and at scale. This role owns the design and stand-up of work centers, process flows, test architecture, and production documentation for complex electromechanical assemblies and precision turbomachinery components.
You will partner closely with Design Engineering to understand new components and assemblies, translate them into practical production systems, and help shape our factory ramp strategy. We are building this function from the ground up. You'll help define how we build.
Responsibilities:
Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes that deliver high quality and high throughputDesign and procure assembly tooling and fixtures that improve ergonomics, efficiency, and quality controlLead root cause analysis for manufacturing issues; improve yield, reduce cost, and close technical gaps during productionBuild production work cells from scratch, including SOPs, work instructions, and process documentationEstablish process controls and support quality systems to meet ISO 9001 and internal quality requirementsPartner with Design Engineering to provide clear, practical DFM feedback on new productsCollaborate with Logistics and Production to design inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, and define handling proceduresSupport Supply Chain with make vs. buy analysis and vendor technical feedbackWork with Enterprise Architecture to define requirements for our manufacturing execution system (MES)Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experienceDesired Qualifications:
Experience with electromechanical assemblies and enclosures, including PCBAs, cable harnessing, and mechanical integrationExperience manufacturing complex, high-precision metal components, including turbomachinery or similar high-performance mechanical systemsExperience with fluid systems, leak testing, watertight assemblies, or heat exchangersExperience working with hardware designed for corrosive environments, including material selection, coatings, cleaning, and handling processesExposure to electronics checkout, environmental testing (thermal and vibration), and integrated assembly acceptance testingFamiliarity with ESD-compliant production environmentsExposure to PCBA and cable harness manufacturing supply chainsExperience supporting both prototyping/R&D builds and scaled productionProven experience standing up production lines or work cellsThe above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.
Compensation and Benefits:
If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:
Cash compensation of $125,000 - $155,000Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including: Flexible paid time offHealth insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSARelocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).Location:
This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.
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