Senior Mechanical Engineer (Cryogenics)

Empower Your Future:At MetOx Internationalwerepioneering the next era of energy security and abundance through breakthrough superconducting technology. AsaSenior Mechanical Engineerfocused on cryogenicsyoulljoin a dynamic team committed tosupporting our partners and making the worlds energy systemsmore resilient efficient andreliable.

Based at our global headquarters in Houston TX theSenior MechanicalEngineerleads the design development testing and integration of cryogenic systems and components that enable the deployment of high-temperature superconducting (HTS) technologies. Working closely with internal engineering teams customers and industry partners this role combines advanced mechanical engineering hands-on laboratory work and product development to support the commercialization of next-generation superconducting solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering

• Applies advanced mechanical and cryogenic engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges related to superconducting systems thermal management cryogenic integration and system performance.

• Designs and executes cryogenic test protocols including thermal cycling heat load validation electrical joint resistance measurements and system performance evaluations.

• Prepares detailed engineering documentation including drawings specifications test procedures thermal analyses and technical reports to communicate design concepts validation results and engineering recommendations.

• Procures fabrication of custom cryogenic components fixtures and laboratory test hardware.

• Evaluates cryogenic system architecturesof partnerscomponentselection sourcing considerations and integration constraints.

• Diligence anddevelopengineering cost models for integratedsuperconductingsystems.

• Identifiesopportunitiesfor customersto improve cryogenic system performance reduce integration costs enhance manufacturability andoptimizeoverall product performance while contributing to operational excellence initiatives.

Project Management

• Collaborates with internal engineering teams customers suppliers and strategic partners to support successful product development and deployment.

• Owns cryogenic engineering projects from concept through implementation including system design laboratory validation prototype development and partner integration activities.

• Leads or contributes to cross-functional design reviews integrating cryogenic mechanical solutions into broader superconducting cable systems and electrical infrastructure.

Mentorship

• Provides technical mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers.

• Participates in peer reviews and helps shape engineering best practices and team development.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Cryogenic Engineering Applied Physics ora relatedengineering discipline.

• Four years of experience in an engineering role including hands-on experience with cryogenic systemsoperatingbetween 4 K and 77 K.

• An advanced degree may be substituted for required experience on a year-for-year basis depending on relevance and level.

• Experience with HTS cable fabrication superconducting magnet systems current lead engineering cryogenic systems or related superconducting technologies.

• Demonstrated experience designing building and operating laboratory test equipment and experimental systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading technical projects or engineeringworkstreamsinvolving cryogenic or superconducting technologies.

• Experience performing heat load analysis thermal modeling and cryogenic system optimization.

• Knowledge of commercial cryocooler technologies including Gifford-McMahon Stirling and pulse tube systems.

• Experience supporting superconducting cable fusion energy MRI accelerator or national laboratory programs.

• Experience collaborating directly with customers technical partners or external research organizations.

• Publications patents or significant technical contributions related to superconducting technologies or cryogenic engineering.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Deep technical competence in mechanical and cryogenic system design testing integration and execution.

• Strong understanding of thermal management cryogenic system performance and superconducting applications.

• Hands-on laboratory prototyping and troubleshooting experience.

• Strong communicationand technical documentation skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers research partners suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Ability to work independently while managing complex engineering challenges in a fast-paced research development and manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:This position requires sitting at a desk and viewing a computer screen for extended periods while working or performing other office tasks. Ability to move around the office including occasional standing walking and bending to retrieve documents attend meetings or use office equipment. Some light lifting may berequired up to 20 lbs.

MetOx is proud to offer competitive benefits including:

• Health dental and vision available on the first day of employment

• 401(k) match

• Paidparentalleave& adoptionassistance

• Educationalreimbursement

• And more!

We are an equal opportunityemployerand all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.