Terranova · 20 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Berkeley
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$28/hr - $28/hrTerranova is backed by leading climate and American dynamism investors, building intelligent robotic systems to terraform the Earth. As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you will own the mechanical design of large-scale industrial systems, leading projects from concept through field deployment and collaborating with various teams to ensure field reliability.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConstructionHardwareRobotics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Act as an extreme owner for mechanical and electromechanical aspects of Terranova's field deployed industrial systems
Perform first-principles engineering, FEA, hand calculations to optimize designs for real-world operation environments
Prototype builds, execute test campaigns, and push hardware to its limits to ensure field reliability
Collaborate closely with electrical, controls, and field deployment teams to deliver integrated, battle-tested systems
Drive failure analysis, testing, and iterative improvement based on real-world data
Qualification
Required
Real world experience in mechanical or electromechanical hardware design and analysis (plus for experience in machinery, robotics, or heavy industrial equipment)
Strong CAD proficiency (OnShape, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or NX)
Hands-on fabrication and prototyping skills - you enjoy working in the shop - have a history of working on hobby projects
Deep mechanical intuition and ability to design from first principles
Comfortable with the pace and intensity of early-stage startup life, including long days, 6-day workweeks, and extended field hours
Working towards a bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
U.S. permanent residency required
Preferred
Experience in high voltage AC power (480V, 120+ kW) conversion systems and lithium batteries
Experience with pumps and fluidics
Experience in electromechanical controls, hydraulics, or field-deployed systems
Familiarity with C++, Python, or similar for controls or simulation
Experience with compliance, HAZOP, or FMEA tools for machine safety
PCB and embedded systems design skills are a huge bonus
Benefits
Relocation
Company perks
Company
Terranova
Terranova uses terraforming robots to lift land using underground injection.
Founded in 2021
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$7M2025-09-10Seed· $7M
Leadership Team
Trip Allen
Executive Chairman
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