Panthalassa · 21 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Core Electronics and Systems Integration
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $225K/yr
5+ years expPanthalassa is a renewable energy and ocean technology company focused on developing sustainable technologies to harness ocean energy. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to manage the mechanical lifecycle of electronic hardware designed to operate in extreme ocean conditions, collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure reliability and manufacturability.
EnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Own the mechanical integration of electronics across the full product lifecycle: concept generation, detailed design, prototyping, test, and release to production
Design and optimize mechanical systems for PCBs and electronic subassemblies—enclosures, chassis, brackets, and mounting systems—ensuring high performance under real-world marine conditions
Create and manage detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and BOMs for both internal builds and vendor fabrication
Engineer for complex constraints including airflow, EMI shielding, shock, and vibration, while meeting requirements for manufacturability and reliability
Prototype and test your designs—sometimes with your own tools and hands—driving fast iteration to validate form, fit, and function
Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes (sheet metal, injection molding, CNC, casting, etc.) with a focus on performance, reliability, and cost
Collaborate tightly with electrical, firmware, product, and industrial design teams to create seamless, integrated systems
Identify risks early and solve problems proactively through testing, feedback, and iteration
Qualification
Required
A degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline
5+ years of experience designing and packaging electronic systems for production, with a proven record of fielded products in your portfolio
Expertise in 3D CAD, ideally Siemens NX, with strong modeling, surfacing, and drawing creation skills
Proficient in GD&T and experienced in tolerance stack-ups for mechanical-electrical integration
A track record of delivering real hardware through multiple design-build-test-release cycles
Ability to work independently and drive projects forward in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment
Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing methods, and environmental durability
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to getting the hard things right
Preferred
Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, naval architecture, or a related field, or 5 years additional experience in lieu of an advanced degree
At least 5 years in a similar role
Prior work on systems designed for marine, aerospace, or automotive environments
Experience working on high-reliability, high-voltage, or EMI-sensitive electronic packaging
Experience with liquid-cooled datacenter systems and components
Background in thermal or structural simulation to inform mechanical design decisions
Familiarity with DFM/DFA processes and collaborating with overseas or domestic contract manufacturers
Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-starting, and demanding atmosphere
A curiosity to learn and a passion for continuous improvement
Solid understanding of technical projects from the details to the big picture
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills
Benefits
Flexible paid time off
Health 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 FSA
Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed)
Company
Panthalassa
Panthalassa creates clean and cheap energy in the middle of the ocean.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-08-24Series Unknown
2023-12-31Convertible Note
2022-06-30Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Garth Sheldon-Coulson
Co-Founder & CEO
Ivar Thorson, Ph.D.
COO & Director of Electrical Engineering
Recent News
2025-10-07
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