Mechanical Engineer | Photoncycle | Oslo
Photoncycle is a cutting-edge scale-up company within the renewable energy sector. Do you want to join our mission to revolutionize the way we power our lives?
Do you have experience from mechanical engineering and want play pivotal role in a rapid growing scale-up within the renewable energy sector?
Photoncycle is a cutting-edge scale-up company within the renewable energy sector and having experienced significant growth in 2023, we are continuing to with our growth plans in 2024. If you are a Mechanical Engineer and want to play a pivotal role in contributing to innovative product designs within a dynamic startup environment, this position might be for you.
About Photoncycle
Photoncycle develops the first of its kind energy conversion and long-term storage system for the detached household sector, enabling homeowners to store surplus electricity produced during the summer so it can be used to meet electricity and heat demand during the winter. A 3 m3 storage unit will contain 10,000 kWh of energy. The technology has been prototyped in Photoncycle’s state of the art laboratory at the Oslo Science Park, and independently validated by IFE. The Photoncycle system is being scaled to a pilot and further developed into a product. Photocycle collaborate with leading companies in business like Eviny and Volue. OBOS Block Watne will be the pilot customer for the system. Strong financial backers will ensure financing for the development of the company, as milestones are met.
The Photoncycle team will grow to approximately 25 people in 2024, with further significant expansion envisaged as the technology matures.
Role overview
As a Mechanical Engineer at Photoncycle, you will be a key player in shaping the future of renewable energy. The role involves significant responsibility and freedom, and you will play a key role in moving the company from the theoretical domain to practical product implementation.
You will be working closely with the chemical, electrical, software, and controls engineers. Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and theoretical calculations of for example heat exchangers, supported by expert consultants as needed.
- 3D CAD design, for example piping, pressure vessels, heat exchangers.
- Oversee prototype-fabrication processes at suppliers.
- Visualize, model, and refine mechanical designs, both at the component and assembly level.
- Assemble mechanical components and ensure seamless integration.
- Personally take design all the way from idea to hands-on prototyping in lab and physical implementation.
- Evaluate material compatibility and select optimal materials for cost and performance.
- Implement one-off pilot in this project phase, leading to larger-scale tests and ultimately volume production.
Who are we looking for?
For this position, we will place great emphasis on your personal qualities. As a person, we believe you are motivated in developing innovative solutions, and are eager in shaping the future of renewable energy. You hold strong analytical skills and are a creative problem solver. Furthermore, you thrive when working in a small organization where personal initiative is in focus.
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds Bachelor’s or Masters’s degree in mechanical engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Has a demonstrated track record within mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
- Has a practical “all-rounder” mechanical-engineering mindset, able to problem-solve and convert design ideas into physical practice.
- Thrives on applying engineering theory hands-on in the lab.
- Is proficient in 3D CAD.
- Has hands-on experience in areas such as piping, fabrication processes, and complex mechanical assemblies.
- Strong experiencewith FEA (the emphasis is on interpretation, as actual simulation can be supported by consultants).
- Has experience with MATLAB (not required, but an advantage).
We offer
Joining Photoncycle is an opportunity to be part of something groundbreaking and impactful. We offer:
- A competitive salary.
- A dynamic startup environment with a strong investor backing.
- The chance to work on a unique product with offices located at Oslo Science Park.
- A science-oriented workplace that fosters collaboration and innovation.
- High levels of autonomy
- Involvement in green technology and a rapidly growing company with a global vision.
- The chance to shape the team and influence critical product decisions.
Next Step
If you are excited about the opportunity to join our team and contribute to the future of green energy innovation, please reach out to our recruitment partner, AvantGarde Search. Alternatively, you can apply directly via the provided application button, submitting your CV or LinkedIn profile.
- Department
- Oslo
Oslo
Mechanical Engineer | Photoncycle | Oslo
Photoncycle is a cutting-edge scale-up company within the renewable energy sector. Do you want to join our mission to revolutionize the way we power our lives?
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