Staff R&D Test Systems Engineer

Voya Energy is commercializing a groundbreaking metal-based fuel to rapidly deploy reliable, clean, affordable electricity anywhere on Earth. Our breakthrough technology allows us to convert abundant, high-energy, recycled metals into a powerful, safe, durable fuel. We are also creating a foundational new category of energy generation devices, delivering fast access to power, free from the limitations of the grid. We are assembling a highly-experienced team of visionary founders, tenacious researchers, multi-disciplinary first principles engineers, battle-tested operators and world-class investors to deliver on Voya's ambitious mission. Join us in fueling our electric future.Position Summary:Voya Energy is seeking an engineer to build R&D and prototype platforms to develop and scale our metal-fueled generator technology. They will apply multidisciplinary expertise across a range of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering skillsets to develop high-performance, reliable, and easy-to-use test systems and product prototypes.The ideal candidate has experience building custom test platforms in R&D environments, and systems-level thinking to turn complex ideas into working systems.Responsibilities:Design and build new systems and instrumentation to accelerate development of Voya’s metal-air fuel cell <generators.Work> with Voya’s material scientists to ideate, deploy, and improve research <platforms.Help> scale Voya’s technology to first commercial deployments.Develop new sensors and sensing technologies for Voya’s generators.Document assembly and operating procedures for new equipment and systems.Qualifications:Hands-on experience designing and building custom process, laboratory, or automation equipment.Experience with sensors/instrumentation and data acquisition systems.Experience with pumps and fluid handling.Basic CAD <proficiency.You> have experience developing hardware across several disciplines of engineering, and can demonstrate experience with at least 2 of the following:Prototype fabrication using mills/lathes and 3D printing.ECAD and PCB design experienceGenerating and interpreting Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and electrical wiring diagrams.Hands-on exposure to electrochemical systems like fuel cells, batteries, and/or electrolyzers and relevant characterization equipment like potentiostats.Experience with precipitation and filtration equipment.Ability to operate in a fast-paced, start-up environmentLocation: Hayward, CA. Full-time on-site.What we offer:Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experienceUnlimited PTO100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) plan