Senior Mechanical Engineer at Fervo Energy in Oakland, CA | USD115,000-182,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

mechanical design

tradeoff analysis

procurement support

design optimization

collaboration

mentorship

Contribute to a culture of technical excellence and accountability, modeling the values that define a world-class engineering team
Drive first-principles tradeoff analysis across mechanical and thermal systems to optimize plant performance
Inform and support procurement efforts relating to mechanical equipment, systems, and vendor specifications for power plant designs
Identify opportunities to simplify, accelerate, and standardize mechanical designs while maintaining technical excellence and reliability
Act as a mentor to junior engineers and help in their development
Collaborate closely across disciplines (process, electrical, reservoir, drilling) as well as with external partners to drive integrated solutions
Own specification generation, design, and analysis of mechanical systems, components, and equipment for power generation and surface facilities

Requirements

mechanical engineering

thermodynamics

fluid mechanics

structural mechanics

leadership

8+ years

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to translate technical complexity into clear decisions
Work with urgency and resilience, embracing rapid iteration and maintaining high performance under pressure
8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering in large capital projects
Proven track record leading projects & design through fabrication and testing
Deep expertise in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and structural mechanics
R&D mechanical engineering design experience is a strong plus

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Training + Development

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Company

Overview

Founded with a vision to transform geothermal energy, they are leading the charge in the development of next-gen geothermal systems.
By combining cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering, they aim to unlock geothermal energy's full potential as a scalable, sustainable power source.
Their focus is on tapping into the Earth's natural heat to provide clean, reliable, and renewable energy for the grid.
With a deep commitment to solving energy challenges, they are expanding geothermal into regions and sectors that were once considered out of reach.
Significant growth has been achieved, driving forward projects that bridge the gap between today’s energy needs and tomorrow's sustainable future.
They are pushing the boundaries of geothermal by leveraging AI and advanced modeling to optimize the performance of their projects.
Their standout approach includes creating geothermal solutions that are flexible, scalable, and integrated into existing energy infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

$400M+ Equity Raised

Funding for Geothermal Expansion

Raised over $400 million in equity and $17 million in grants to scale EGS systems focused on firm clean baseload.

3.5 MW Power Achieved

Geothermal System Milestone

First commercial horizontal well pair geothermal system with 3.5 MW baseline power and 60 L/s flowrate achieved on July 18, 2023.

~70% Cost Reduction

Efficient Drilling Advancements

Reduced drilling time by ~70%, cutting costs from $9.4 million to $4.8 million per well at Cape Station.

33 MW & 320 MW PPAs

Clean Energy Contracts

Signed power purchase agreements totaling 33 MW with Clean Power Alliance and 320 MW with Southern California Edison, avoiding approximately 21,005 metric tons of CO₂ annually.

Provides 24/7 carbon-free energy via next-generation geothermal power
Cape Station project fully permitted for up to 2 GW, begins electricity generation in 2026
Combining geothermal with direct air capture for integrated carbon removal
Net-zero target: implicit – deploying carbon-free energy at scale by mid-2020s

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Fervo Energy on Wikipedia

Fervo’s 320 MW PPA with Southern California Edison

Bill Gates backing Cape Station — WSJ

Reddit: breakthrough geothermal tech produces 3.5 MW

Company

Overview

Founded with a vision to transform geothermal energy, they are leading the charge in the development of next-gen geothermal systems.
By combining cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering, they aim to unlock geothermal energy's full potential as a scalable, sustainable power source.
Their focus is on tapping into the Earth's natural heat to provide clean, reliable, and renewable energy for the grid.
With a deep commitment to solving energy challenges, they are expanding geothermal into regions and sectors that were once considered out of reach.
Significant growth has been achieved, driving forward projects that bridge the gap between today’s energy needs and tomorrow's sustainable future.
They are pushing the boundaries of geothermal by leveraging AI and advanced modeling to optimize the performance of their projects.
Their standout approach includes creating geothermal solutions that are flexible, scalable, and integrated into existing energy infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

$400M+ Equity Raised

Funding for Geothermal Expansion

Raised over $400 million in equity and $17 million in grants to scale EGS systems focused on firm clean baseload.

3.5 MW Power Achieved

Geothermal System Milestone

First commercial horizontal well pair geothermal system with 3.5 MW baseline power and 60 L/s flowrate achieved on July 18, 2023.

~70% Cost Reduction

Efficient Drilling Advancements

Reduced drilling time by ~70%, cutting costs from $9.4 million to $4.8 million per well at Cape Station.

33 MW & 320 MW PPAs

Clean Energy Contracts

Signed power purchase agreements totaling 33 MW with Clean Power Alliance and 320 MW with Southern California Edison, avoiding approximately 21,005 metric tons of CO₂ annually.

Provides 24/7 carbon-free energy via next-generation geothermal power
Cape Station project fully permitted for up to 2 GW, begins electricity generation in 2026
Combining geothermal with direct air capture for integrated carbon removal
Net-zero target: implicit – deploying carbon-free energy at scale by mid-2020s

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Fervo Energy on Wikipedia

Fervo’s 320 MW PPA with Southern California Edison

Bill Gates backing Cape Station — WSJ

Reddit: breakthrough geothermal tech produces 3.5 MW