Manufacturing Equipment Engineer
Peakenergy · Burlingame, California · Posted Jun 18, 2026
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Job Title: Manufacturing Equipment Engineer
Location: Burlingame, CA
Department: Manufacturing Engineering
Reports to: Manufacturing Equipment Engineering Manager
Position Type: Full Time
About Peak Energy
Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid. Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market. Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.
About the Job - Manufacturing Equipment Engineer
Peak Energy is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to lead the development, deployment, and optimization of manufacturing equipment across our current operations and future factory expansions. This role will play a critical part in building out production lines at our Sacramento facility, owning the end-to-end execution of equipment strategy—from early concepting and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) through vendor coordination, installation, commissioning, and validation.
In this position, you will be responsible for designing and implementing manufacturing equipment and tooling to enable efficient, scalable production processes. You will drive the introduction of new machinery, automation systems, and production line enhancements, ensuring all equipment meets production requirements, safety standards, and operational efficiency goals.
As the central point of ownership for equipment-related workstreams, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams including process, quality, design, and manufacturing to deliver fully operational, production-ready lines. This is a highly hands-on, cross-functional role that will directly impact Peak Energy’s ability to scale ESS production toward 1 GWh capacity by 2027.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Design and develop complete manufacturing lines for both in-house builds and supplier sourced equipment, bringing lines from concept through commissioning and ramp.
Define equipment concepts, technical specifications, and performance requirements for high volume manufacturing
Lead the RFQ process, supplier selection, and technical reviews for new manufacturing equipment
Coordinate factory readiness, utility requirements, installation, and commissioning activities
Travel domestically and internationally, up to 20%, as required
Support the transition of products and processes from low‑volume prototype builds to full‑scale manufacturing
Collaborate with Process Engineering to refine, industrialize, and deploy scalable manufacturing processes
Support line optimization efforts throughout ramp and production maturity
What You'll Bring (Qualifications):
Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, including materials, GD T, drafting standards, and engineering calculations
Proficiency in mechanical CAD and layout development (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE, AutoCAD). AutoCAD CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE preferred.
Experience designing and sourcing custom manufacturing equipment, tooling, and mechanical systems.
Experience supporting multiple equipment installations and product launches.
Working knowledge of manufacturing quality practices (e.g., PFMEA, control plans)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment design, commissioning, or industrial automation (All experience levels encouraged to apply).
Knowledge of machine safety standards and regulatory requirements
Familiarity with automation architectures, sensors, actuators, and PLC‑based systems
Experience working with integrators and capital equipment suppliers
Background in high‑volume, highly regulated industries (automotive, energy storage, aerospace, medical devices)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in fast‑paced environments
Experience applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
Peak Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.
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