Terabase Energy · 19 hours ago
Senior Test Engineer
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expTerabase Energy is a company focused on driving innovation in large-scale solar through digitalization and automation. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to lead structural and reliability testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems, ensuring product integrity and compliance with industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead structural and reliability testing efforts for mechanical and electromechanical components and systems, including test planning, setup, execution, data analysis, and reporting
Develop and implement test protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and validation strategies in alignment with product requirements and applicable industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, MIL-STD, etc.)
Design and oversee custom test fixtures, instrumentation, and control systems to simulate real-world loading and environmental conditions (static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal, vibration, etc.)
Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations using tools such as FMEA, fault tree analysis, and statistical methods
Collaborate with design and quality engineering teams to integrate testing outcomes into product development and continuous improvement processes
Manage test resources, including scheduling, budgeting, procurement of materials, and maintenance of lab equipment
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety within the lab and testing environments
Mentor junior test engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance and support in test design and execution
Prepare and present detailed technical reports and documentation to cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline (Master's degree preferred)
7+ years of hands-on experience in structural and reliability testing of components/systems in industries such as aerospace, automotive, industrial machinery, or consumer products
Strong knowledge of material behavior, fatigue life, stress/strain analysis, and structural mechanics
Proficiency in using data acquisition systems (DAQ), strain gages, load cells, and other test instrumentation
Experience with environmental and accelerated life testing (e.g., HALT/HASS, thermal cycling, vibration)
Familiarity with reliability engineering principles, test-to-failure, Weibull analysis, and life data modeling
Experience with tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Minitab, or Python for data analysis and automation
High level of CAD proficiency including 3D modeling & 2D drafting (SolidWorks preferred), and GD&T
Ability to perform finite element analysis (e.g. ANSYS, ABAQUS, SolidWorks Simulation), for design validation including non-linear behavior
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T
Excellent technical writing, communication, and project management skills
Ability to work independently and exercise solid decision making
Self-motivating work ethic with a drive to understand all aspects of a design project
Able to manage up to 25% travel to customer/vendor sites and R&D facilities along the West Coast depending on development activities
Benefits
Generous time off and holiday policy
Remote flexibility
Flexible time off
Comprehensive benefits package
Career progression
401k match
Stock options
Home office set up allowance
And much more!
Company
Terabase Energy
Terabase Energy is a web-based tool that reduces cost and deployment timelines by digitalizing the solar power plant.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$205MKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundFifth WallSJF Ventures
2025-03-13Series C· $130M
2023-07-15Series Unknown· $25M
2022-08-02Series B· $44M
Leadership Team
Matt Campbell
CEO & Co-Founder
Chris Baker
COO (Co-Founder)
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