Moxion Power Co.

Mobile Energy Storage Technology

Mechanical Engineer Intern

Location
Richmond, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Any (new grads ok)
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About the role

About Us

Moxion is a vertically integrated manufacturer of all-electric mobile power and energy storage solutions. We have developed commercial-scale, powerful, silent, and emissions-free mobile battery stations that are designed to replace traditional diesel generators in most applications today. We’re pioneering mobile energy storage technology, leveraging vertical integration and a software-enabled service model to deliver last-mile electrification for our customers and communities. The Moxion team is a passionate group of humans who care about the environment and disrupting the diesel economy. Come build the first distributed utility with us, propelling the biggest energy transformation of our lifetime.

As an intern on the Mechanical Engineering Team, you will be responsible for projects that will contribute to the design and development of our Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) products. Your role will involve applying mechanical engineering principles to optimize the performance, reliability, and overall efficiency of our cutting-edge energy storage solutions.

Project and Presentation:

As an intern at Moxion you will be assigned a specific project that aligns with your skills and academic focus. This hands-on experience aims to provide practical insights into your field of study. At the conclusion of the internship, interns will present their project findings, sharing key learnings and outcomes with the team.

Benefits of a Moxion Power Internship:

  • Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
  • Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
  •  Work in teams and with colleagues in a professional environment.
  • Develop skills specific to your major.
  • Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. 

What you’ll do:

  • Collaborate with team members on day-to-day tasks and projects within Hardware Engineering.
  • Undertake a designated project, taking ownership from inception to completion.
  • Conduct research, gather data, and analyze information to contribute to project success.
  • Engage in team meetings, providing updates on project progress and seeking feedback.
  • Prepare and deliver a comprehensive presentation summarizing the internship project.

Skills to be successful:

  • Currently enrolled in a college program, pursuing a degree in BSc or MSc OR Studying towards, or recently completed, a degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Energy Engineering with an interest in understanding the role of real world evidence in a manufacturing/tech start up setting.
  • Student must be returning to school in the Fall Term OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program.
  • Must be available to work 40 hours a week
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship 

Required Skills:

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. 
  • Ability to balance priorities and handle multiple tasks through careful planning. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate to peers.

Desired Skills:

  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

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Pay Equity

Moxion is committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. Compensation displayed is a range. Maximum amounts are reserved for those candidates that exceed all experience and background requirements.  We reserve the right to offer compensation based on level of experience.  Moxion has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets. The range above reflects the potential base pay within the San Francisco Bay area. If you live outside that region, the range is subject to change. 

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within the range provided above. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. 

At Moxion you get

Health, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, PTO, competitive equity & compensation packages, free lunch, coffee, and snacks onsite, free tax advisory services, access to Mountain Hardwear, Columbia, Sorel, & Prana employee stores and discounts, company swag, and parental leave program.

We Value

People are at the core of Moxion’s values. We care about growth for our people and team, and this translates to an open and transparent culture. Moxion believes that diversity is as core to our business as the underlying products and technology we’re developing. Diversity in people leads to diversity of thought and different perspectives to draw from, often resulting in a new or unique way of approaching or solving a problem. Diversity drives innovation. 

Moxion is looking for candidates who identify with different races, religions, national origins, age groups, genders, or gender identities, and we don’t discriminate against marital status, physical or mental disability, health or medical conditions, military and veteran status, genetic information, and other classifications that may or may not be protected by law. If you can bring a unique perspective or experience to our company, please apply.

Moxion is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know or email HR@moxionpower.com

About Moxion Power Co.

Moxion Power manufactures commercial-scale electric generators and provides temporary-power-as-a-service to customers in the construction, events and entertainment, data center, and electrified transportation industries. Our battery gensets have the same dimensions, run-times, and performance capabilities as traditional trailer and skid mounted diesel generators, with the added benefits of being clean, perfectly-quiet, and offering superior load flexibility. Moxion's logistics team remotely monitors our gensets and provides battery charging/swapping services so our customers never have to worry about running out of power. Moxion has signed LOI’s with several of the largest construction firms in California and is backed by Energy Impact Partners, Y Combinator, Liquid 2 ventures and Tamarack Global. Moxion's founding team has backgrounds in vehicle electrification, battery manufacturing, renewable energy project finance, and construction.

Moxion Power Co.
Founded:2020
Team Size:380
Location:Richmond, CA
Founders
Paul Huelskamp
Paul Huelskamp
Founder
Alexander Meek
Alexander Meek
Founder