Lead Mechanical Designer (Turbomachinery)

Location: Torrance, California, United States; onsite

Salary: $200,000–$295,000 USD annually

Company

hirify.global develops scalable, factory-made high-temperature nuclear power systems for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. Its first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication.

What you will do

• Lead 4–5 mechanical designers developing Valar’s first supercritical CO2 power cycle.
• Design static and rotating turbomachinery components and influence early system architecture.
• Own assigned components from design through testing and full-scale production.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, Creo, or NX.
• Apply advanced GD&T and tolerance analysis, and select materials based on capability, lead time, and cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience as a mechanical designer.
• Demonstrated experience bringing precision mechanical assemblies into production.
• Demonstrated success leading groups of engineers on large technical projects.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and sound judgment in selecting their use.
• Excellent judgment in material selection.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with basic structural, thermal, and rotordynamic analysis.
• Experience with turbomachinery mechanical design.
• Experience with gas turbines, gearboxes, gas compressors, turbopumps, generators, or turboexpanders.
• Experience with supercritical CO2.

Culture & Benefits

• High-impact startup environment with significant ownership, autonomy, and opportunities for rapid career growth.
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders.
• Competitive base salary and equity ownership.
• Comprehensive medical benefits and unlimited PTO.
• Free daily lunch and dinner onsite, plus a generous PPE stipend.
• Equal opportunity workplace with reasonable accommodation provided as required by law.