Staff Engineer - Structural Analysis

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality.

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a Staff Engineer – Structural Analysis, to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies.  This role will report to the Senior Principal Engineer – Structural Analysis and will be based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role.

Location: This position will be fully onsite based in San Jose, CA

Role and Responsibilities:

• Solve challenging mechanical design problems relating to Bloom’s fuel cell products for ensuring structural integrity and reliability
• Use finite element analysis tools along with first principle calculations to support design and development from concept to product release
• Identify product and manufacturing improvements based on in-depth structural analysis
• Interface with cross functional teams on a regular basis for product development
• Review and publish the analysis outcomes regularly
• Participation in testing for validation of modeling results

Skills and Experience:

• Fresh PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with background in Finite Element Analysis
• A strong understanding of the fundamentals of strength of materials and structural analysis
• Exposure to Hypermesh for grid generation along with ABAQUS solver is preferred
• Good understanding of non-linearities and stress concentration concepts
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong drive to learn new application areas and capable of modeling complex simulations
• Ability to adapt to change in priorities effectively and meet deadlines

About Bloom Energy:

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

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