Design Engineer

What we are looking for:

Stem is looking for a Design Engineer to join the team in the Boulder, CO office. Under the general direction of the Design Standards and Process Manager, the Design Engineer performs a wide variety of Engineering duties. This position is responsible for providing high-quality design and CAD drafting for Stem’s products and delivering solutions to both technical and non-technical end users.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail oriented, enthusiastic and driven.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and design project hardware and communication infrastructure
• Verify that all drawings and customer documents have been properly reviewed prior to issue
• Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance on drawings done by other drafters in the team
• Utilize NetSuite and other department tools to efficiently perform QA/QC checks
• Provide technical guidance to sales team on hardware specifications and product capabilities to support customer needs
• Take ownership of complex technical challenges with minimal supervision
• Write customer-facing documentation for improved design documents as needed
• Develop, improve, maintain, and document internal department processes
• Proactively identify process improvements and automation opportunities
• Develop SQL queries, Python scripts, and NetSuite saved searches to improve reporting, QA checks, and overall efficiency of department as needed
• Provide training and documentation to the Sales and Production departments as required
• Communicate with Sales, Production and Engineering team members to resolve any issues
• Coordinate and cooperate with all departments involved to ensure the smooth flow of information for the completion of the overall project
• Demonstrate curiosity and initiative in expanding technical knowledge
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Good electrical, civil and mechanical design fundamentals
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, serial communications and other networking concepts
• Knowledge of industrial control panel hardware such as UPS’s, ethernet switches, firewalls, industrial computers, and IO devices
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience with technical drawings and CAD software required, Experience with SolidWorks Electrical preferred
• Knowledge of SQL, Python and other coding languages is a plus, but not required
• Strong data analytical skills
• Good communication skills and previous experience interfacing with construction personnel
• Knowledge of drafting standards and symbols
• The ability to be a good listener, understand project scope and constraints, and find a complete solution
• Excellent writing skills - most of your work will be written (email, documentation, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills
• Windows and simple network troubleshooting ability
• Ability to work autonomously

Work Environment:

• Office Setting, primarily in cubicles. Required to commute to both Broomfield and Longmont offices
• Moderate to high noise levels (i.e. business office with computers, phone, printers, moderate traffic)
• Ability to sit or stand (standing desk provide upon request) at a computer terminal for an extended period

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate (talk/sign/type/write) and operate a computer, telephone (or alternative), keyboard (or typing device), etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting may be required
• Regular, predictable attendance is required

Additional Information:

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this role at this time.

Salary Range

$70,160.00 - $105,240.00

What We Offer:

At Stem, you will work in a growing, innovative, mission-driven company with talented colleagues that have a passion for building renewable energy systems. Stem offers competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive set of benefits to support the health and wellness of our employee including:

• A competitive compensation package, including eligibility for a bonus or commission based on the role, and equity
• Full health benefits on the first day of employment (several medical plan options-HDHP and PPO, dental plans, FSA/HSA-with employer contribution, employer paid vision/LTD/STD/Life, variety of voluntary coverage)
• 401k (pre- or post-tax) on first day of employment
• 12 paid calendar holidays per year
• Flexible time-off