Test Engineer

Company Overview

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries – compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno’s batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Test Engineer

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. 

In this role you will:

• Create test designs and test procedures for development, qualification, and acceptance testing work based on provided test requirements from the Systems Engineering Team
• Contribute to building and operating test racks that integrate power supply, data acquisition, communications, and control logic, while coordinating build processes when needed
• Coordinate commissioning of complex hardware both in-house and at other test facilities
• Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for test activities, as well as their integration with an overall test and equipment delivery schedule
• Witness and review supplier acceptance testing and reports
• Troubleshoot issues in real time and provide solutions for non-conformance
• Coordinate activities for design, assembly, and commissioning of test equipment and required support equipment with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform data analysis of test results and generate test reports

Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. or higher in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from accredited university, 5+ years relevant experience 
• Experience interfacing with design requirements, verification and validation
• Familiarity with environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, impact and puncture, leak tests, EMI/EMC
• Knowledge of control systems and associated operating software (Labview or similar) as well as mechanical test equipment (tooling, calipers, pressure systems, sensors)
• Experience performing activities under a quality standard (such as NQA-1, AS 9100, or similar)
• Experience in the aerospace and/or nuclear industry is desired
• Proven success in coordinating work across stakeholders at test sites
• Self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and contribute with minimal direction
• Capable of meeting deadlines and performing under pressure in an uncertain environment
• Demonstrates effectiveness in working independently or collaboratively as part of a team
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Job Functions

• Position requires in-office presence in Seattle (South Lake Union) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays
  • Monday/Friday in-office presence may be required pending ongoing project activities
• Travel: Travel is required, <25% 
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standing/sitting working environment of >8 hrs/day

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary band for this position is $125,000-$185,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.

In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• Annual employee wellness reimbursement and office supply stipend
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Relocation assistance

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Export Control

Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).