Company Overview
Zeno Power (Zeno) is a technology company based in Seattle, WA. Zeno's mission is to provide clean, plug-and-play power anywhere in the universe. To do that, Zeno is developing a next-generation radioisotope power system (RPS) that generates carbon-free, resilient power for decades, utilizing material found in nuclear waste. Zeno's technology is both light-weight and cost-effective compared to historic RPS, opening up broad market opportunities in space and terrestrially. To bring this breakthrough technology to market, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth.
Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Structural Analysis Engineer
Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Structural Analysis Engineer to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. In this role you will:
- Perform mechanical analyses of RPS structures, systems, components, including testing and prototype hardware during various phase of its lifecycle.
- Verify mechanical performance meets or exceeds limits of structure, regulatory, and pressure vessel codes (ASME, ASCE, AWS, etc.)
- Document all analysis results and design solution clearly and with high degree of technical quality.
- Generate test requirements documents to validate analysis results.
- Provide oversight of vendors performing mechanical analyses, review vendor engineering work to ensure consistent with all function and quality requirements of the design.
Key Qualifications and Skills
- B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from accredited university, 6+ years focusing on relevant structural analysis (steady state and dynamic analyses)
- Proficient with FEA Tools (ANSYS preferred or similar)
- Proficient with dynamic structural analysis and vibration analysis required.
- Experience with impact analysis a plus.
- Experience with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics is a plus.
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD programs (SolidWorks or similar)
- Experience with GD&T implementation and Analysis (ASME Y14.5) a plus.
- Experience performing activities under a quality program (NQA-1, AS 9100, or similar).
- Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team's effort with minimal direction.
- Able to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment.
- Ability to clearly demonstrate the ability to work either independently or as part of a team
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Job Functions
- Position requires in-office presence in Seattle (South Lake Union) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays.
- Travel: Travel is required, <10%
- Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
- Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
- Repetitive work: Prolonged
- Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
- Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated salary band for this position is $130,000-170,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.
In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:
- Stock options
- Flexible paid time off
- 401k plan with employer match
- 16 weeks of paid family leave
- Annual employee wellness reimbursement and office supply stipend
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Relocation assistance
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Export Control
Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).
