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Staff Systems Engineer - R&D

ON.energy
Location
Houston, Texas, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Research & Development
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 8+ years of systems engineering experience in power electronics, energy storage, or adjacent power/energy hardware product development
  • Proven experience authoring, managing, and flowing down system requirements for complex electromechanical products
  • Experience managing technical relationships with component and subsystem vendors
  • Exceptional ability to communicate complex systems engineering concepts to diverse audiences
Nice to have
  • M.S. or Ph.D. preferred
  • Direct, hands-on experience with grid-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS)
  • Deep familiarity with BESS architectures, inverter topologies, DC system design, and thermal management
  • Demonstrated use of structured qualitative decision-making methods
What the job really is

The Staff Systems Engineer at ON.energy will lead the design and development of new energy products, focusing on grid-scale energy storage systems. This role involves identifying product opportunities, conducting feasibility studies, developing system requirements, and overseeing prototyping efforts. The engineer will also coordinate with vendors and ensure successful product transition from R&D to production.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
Things to weigh
  • Role involves regular travel between offices and project sites
  • No specific salary listed
  • Work environment includes collaboration with vendors and national lab partners
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