Mechanical Engineer

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 84,900 - 124,100Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled TradesExperience: 4+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Innovation","Execution mindset","Builder mentality","Adaptability","Clear communication"]

Design, build, test, and mature mechanical and electromechanical wildfire mitigation systems from concept to prototype, validation, and production-ready deployment. Own end-to-end projects that integrate mechanical, low-voltage electrical, controls, and documentation. Execute lab and field testing (including live-burn/simulated conditions), troubleshoot issues in real time, and iterate rapidly with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure safety, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-efficient scalability.

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Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.
Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.
1 month ago

Mechanical Engineer

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Job Summary

Design, build, test, and mature mechanical and electromechanical wildfire mitigation systems from concept to prototype, validation, and production-ready deployment. Own end-to-end projects that integrate mechanical, low-voltage electrical, controls, and documentation. Execute lab and field testing (including live-burn/simulated conditions), troubleshoot issues in real time, and iterate rapidly with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure safety, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-efficient scalability.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead design-build projects from concept through prototype, validation, and production-ready deployment.
  • •Develop wildfire mitigation technologies such as pumps, barriers, sprinklers, suppression systems, thermal protection systems, and related equipment.
  • •Integrate mechanical, electrical, and control components into functional prototypes and field-ready systems.
  • •Conduct structured lab and field testing (including live-burn or simulated-condition testing where appropriate) and collect/analyze performance data.
  • •Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and coordinate with vendors/suppliers to deliver deployable, manufacturable designs with clear engineering documentation.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 84,900 - 124,100

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • •4+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design, product development, industrial design, or applied engineering.
  • •Hands-on ability to build, modify, troubleshoot, and improve physical systems.
  • •Experience working with prototypes, field equipment, or high-reliability systems.
  • •Proficiency in CAD (preferably AutoCAD) and planning/executing test programs with instrumentation and performance evaluation.
Experience:4+ years
Education:Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
Skills:InnovationExecution mindsetBuilder mentalityAdaptabilityClear communication
Tech Stack:CADAutoCADLow-voltage wiringArduinoRaspberry PiPLCs

Company Brief

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.
Designs and supplies physical wildfire mitigation products and solutions—including ember-resistant vents, screens, shutters, and exterior protection systems—to help homes and buildings resist ignition during wildland fire events.
Industry: Building Materials
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