Peak Energy · 2 months ago
Thermal Analyst
Burlingame, California
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$140K/yr - $175K/yr
2+ years expPeak Energy is a company focused on advancing Sodium-Ion battery systems for renewable energy storage. The Thermal Analyst will contribute to thermal design decisions, collaborate with engineers, and develop strategies to optimize thermal performance in energy storage systems.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Perform detailed thermal analysis of storage systems, including transient and steady-state heat transfer simulations
Develop thermal management strategies to optimize system performance
Collaborate with design engineers to integrate thermal management solutions into overall system design
Propose design modifications to enhance thermal performance
Develop and validate simulation models for thermal analysis
Utilize advanced computational tools and techniques, such as finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
Design and oversee experimental tests to validate models and predictions
Analyze test data and incorporate findings into design improvements
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance
Present analysis results and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Drive and participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing
A great team spirit and get-it-done attitude. No job is too big or too small
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a field related to thermal engineering
2+ years of experience working with 3D thermal simulations
Proficiency in simulation software such as Star-CCM+ or COMSOL
Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovations
Eligible to work in the U.S
Preferred
Experience working with large scale battery storage systems
Experience with hands on testing and model validation
Experience with cell modeling
Benefits
Flexible time off
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
A strong 401(k) plan
Equity opportunities
Company
Peak Energy
Peak Energy is a pioneering firm that is industrializing sodium-ion to expedite the shift to renewable energy.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Xora Innovation
2024-07-17Series A· $55M
2023-10-04Seed· $10M
Leadership Team
Landon Mossburg
Founder & CEO
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