Mechanical Design Intern (Winter 2027)
Peak Energy · San Francisco, CA · 5 days ago
On-siteManagement$30/hrInternship
About the Job
Peak Energy is looking for a Mechanical Design Intern to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) team and work on mechanical designs of our utility scale sodium-ion energy storage systems (ESS).
Responsibilities
- Focus on design areas of need, which may include: module enclosure, adhesives, plastic component design, high current conductors, communications harnessing
- Interface tightly with partners such as thermal and structural analysts and other design functions to inform design decisions
- Drive and participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing
- Support validation of Peak products from concept through field deployment
- Ensure a smooth transition from maturing product to mass production
- A great team spirit and get-it-done attitude. No job is too big or too small.
Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing a mechanical engineering, engineering physics, or equivalent degree
- Strong grasp mechanical and thermal engineering fundamentals
- Basic understanding of power electronics and electrical fundamentals
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software
- Experience with building prototypes
- Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovation.
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
- CATIA V6 or Siemens NX experience
- Familiarity with simulation or analysis tools like MATLAB, FEA, or CFD
Pay and Benefits
The pay for this role is $30/hr. Our competitive benefits package includes flexible time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, and equity opportunities.