Mechanical Design Engineer - Wave Energy

Working at CorPower Ocean you will be part of a world class team, committed to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. We offer a high degree of freedom and flexibility, combined with great personal responsibility. CorPower Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown game-changing performance. Your work will contribute to the global transition to renewable energy by unlocking one of the largest untapped sources of clean energy on earth.

Role

We are seeking a mechanical design engineer with a focus on electrical hardware integration, to develop and optimise our innovative wave energy converters. You will be part of the mechanical group and will collaborate across electrical, software, control, supply chain as well as integration and testing teams.

Responsibilities

• Module owner of Wave Energy Converter subsystems
• Bridge the mechanical and electrical - integrating electrical hardware in a safe, accessible and space-efficient manner
• Produce 3D models & 2D drawings of frames, supports, access equipment
• Perform engineering calculations & simulations (static structural, fatigue)
• Produce technical documentation
• Perform failure mode, effects and criticality analysis (FMECA) at module level
• Manage your tasks to meet performance, schedule and budget targets
• Investigate new solutions to improve performance, manufacturability and reliability
• Support procurement activities including component and supplier selection, manufacturing and factory acceptance testing
• Perform assembly and testing of systems in our machine hall
• Support assembly, testing, and pilot installations in the field

Skills and qualifications

• You have 3+ years of relevant experience from designing mechanical systems & industrial equipment
• You have a BSc or a MSc. degree in mechanical engineering or related disciplines, but your personality, experience and interest in the field is the most important.
• You have proven end-to-end development - design, build, test and release - across multiple projects
• You have a broad technical knowledge and genuine interest in the different aspects of machinery and mechanical design. Knowledge of mooring, gearbox technology, pneumatics, hydraulics, structural optimization, fabrication, sensors, and/or electricity generation equipment is qualifying. Experience in design and analysis of welded frames and working to the machine directive (2006/42/EC) is highly valued.
• You have experience working with Creo CAD, Windchill PLM and ANSYS for structural analysis (or equivalent tools with willingness to get up to speed)
• You are proficient in English, both spoken and written, have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a small, agile team.

As a person

• You are striving for excellence, put quality into everything you do
• You are self-motivated and love to optimise your time
• You actively seek out ways to improve both your own and the teams' working methods
• You always search for the most sustainable solutions to difficult problems
• You love to learn new things, and take pride in constantly developing your skills
• You are innovative, solution-oriented & persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach pioneering goals
• You see your tasks through to completion
• You are comfortable in presenting your solutions internally and externally
• You are data driven and strive to always back your points with solid research

CorPower Ocean has a highly diversified team with many nationalities and backgrounds, all working towards the same goal. This is something we are very proud of. We are not perfect yet, but we hope you share our aim to reach a higher equality.