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Commissioning Operations Engineer

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Mainspring Energy is revolutionizing power generation with its innovative Linear Generator technology. The Commissioning Operations Engineer will design and implement clean power solutions for Commercial & Industrial customers, engaging with clients and overseeing the startup of custom systems while enhancing commissioning procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and test our Linear Generator units after new site installations to allow seamless integration into Mainspring’s growing LGen fleet
  • Travel to customer sites and project locations to support new installations, site acceptance tests, and customer demonstrations
  • Enhance current commissioning procedures to improve testing efficiency and shorten timelines
  • Troubleshoot and root cause operation issues with our linear generators in collaboration with other engineering teams such as Mechanical, Electrical, and Software & Controls
  • Work directly with our commissioning technicians to facilitate repairs, retrofits, and provide operational training on our generators
  • Analyze data, generate reports and communicate results from commissioning to our customers, internal project managers, and with engineering teams to facilitate learnings
  • Build and refine automation scripts, commissioning toolkits, and data-driven processes that streamline onboarding, testing, and fault recovery

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or equivalent
  • Experience in project management
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Understanding of electrical power distribution and control systems
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Python, C++, MATLAB)
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues efficiently
  • Demonstrates flexibility in approach and willingness to take on new challenges
  • Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Enjoy working with complex systems and collaborating in interdisciplinary teams
  • Willingness and ability to travel nationwide up to 50% of the time
  • Master's degree in Engineering or related field and/or 3+ years of applicable experience
  • Hands-on experience in industrial equipment installation/commissioning, including interpreting schematics and technical specifications
  • Familiarity with microgrid controls solutions, devices, programming, technical challenges, constraints, energy management systems, and controls architecture is preferred
  • Experience working directly with customers in a technical or engineering capacity

Benefits

  • Pre-IPO stock options
  • Benefits

Company Overview

  • Mainspring Energy provides power generation technology using linear generators for clean energy. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://mainspringenergy.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Mainspring Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 40 in 2025, 23 in 2024, 13 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 6 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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