Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

The pay for this position ranges from $95,000 - $105,000.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of fuel cell components and sub-systems
• Perform testing and analysis to better understand system performance and identify improvements
• Assist in materials testing and verification of mechanical properties
• Work closely with manufacturing to ensure designs are correctly implemented in production
• Update and maintain design drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
• Participate in design reviews, engineering changes, and validation testing for new or updated products
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
• Support ongoing projects, product improvements, and quality investigations
• Assist in improving manufacturing processes (documentation, basic risk assessments, and process reviews)
• Act as a liaison between design engineering and manufacturing when needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in a manufacturing environment
• Motivation to learn, grow, and take initiative
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting

Preferred Experience

• Internship, co-op, or project experience in product development, machine design, or structural design
• Exposure to thermal systems, heat transfer, or materials behavior
• Familiarity with CAD software (Inventor preferred or similar)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., sheet metal fabrication, welding, stamping, etc.)
• Experience with testing, validation, or data analysis
• Exposure to statistical or engineering analysis methods (e.g., DOE, Six Sigma concepts)
• Experience working with suppliers or cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Education: BS degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Experience: Early Career (0-5 years of experience, including internships or co-ops)

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in the office environment
• Combination of hands-on work and desk-based engineering tasks
• Able to distinguish color
• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, and other PPE as required.
• Occasional domestic travel (10% travel) - including travel between Torrington and Danbury, CT locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in the office environment
• Combination of hands-on work and desk-based engineering tasks
• Able to distinguish color
• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, and other PPE as required.
• Occasional domestic travel (10% travel) - including travel between Torrington and Danbury, CT locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

Application Process

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.