Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ayrton Energy’s mission is to propel the global shift towards sustainable energy with the broad deployment of our cutting-edge hydrogen storage technology, reshaping hydrogen distribution to mirror the safety, simplicity, and efficiency of traditional fuels such as diesel or gasoline.  As a part of this, Ayrton is looking to hire a dynamic Mechanical Engineer to help develop our technology into a commercial product.   

You will love this job if:

• You enjoy working on the frontier of energy systems technology development, where the answers aren't always clear, and you get to find new solutions to challenges being faced for the first time


• You thrive in fast-paced technology development environments where practical problem-solving is valued and are comfortable in engineering offices, shop and lab environments


• You have a proven track record of taking ownership of projects from concept through fabrication, testing, and deployment

• You quickly identify issues and implement efficient, cost-effective solutions


• You want to work with a small, highly motivated team where everyone contributes beyond their job title


• You have a passion for clean technology and a desire to develop products for a sustainable future
  
  

Your Responsibilities:

• Design process piping and fluid systems for field deployment of Ayrton Energy’s Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) technology


• Mechanical design of lab test equipment to support the technology development team


• Specify, source, and evaluate mechanical components


• Collaborate with Electrical, Controls, Manufacturing, and Tech Dev teams to rapidly develop and improve products


• Perform engineering calculations related to fluid flow, pressure drop, thermal management, and mechanical integrity


• Generate design documentation including component and assembly drawings, process drawings and fabrication drawings to enable successful design review and manufacture


• Work closely with technicians, suppliers, fabricators, and manufacturing partners to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable


• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of mechanical, fluid system, and equipment issues


• Organize system testing, analyze performance data and implement design improvements based on test results


• Ensure systems comply with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements


• Support hazard reviews, risk assessments, and safe operating procedures
  
  

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)


• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience designing, building and testing fluid systems


• Strong hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, piping systems, fluid systems, and industrial equipment


• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve mechanical and process-related issues in laboratory, pilot, or industrial environments


• Experience working with Solidworks CAD software to produce design and manufacturing drawings including use of GD&T

• Track record of translating prototype designs into commercially viable products


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment


• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a talent for simplifying complex challenges into actionable solutions

• Eligible for Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in Alberta

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to work on-site at Ayrton Energy’s facility in Calgary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing fuel cell, electrolyzer or related electrochemical systems an asset

• Familiarity with hydrogen regulatory standards and compliance requirements an asset

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement — your unique experience and perspective matter

Compensation & Benefits:

• Equity / stock options: All full-time employees receive stock options and share in the upside of what we build together

• Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental coverage with a Health Spending Account (HSA), plus a generous vacation policy


• Relocation support for candidates outside the Calgary area

At Ayrton We Value: 

• Honesty and Candor – We are solving hard problems and look for diverse thought – challenging leadership is encouraged

• Dependability – We value action over words and will empower you to get things done 

• Be Kind – We are a team. Win together, lose together, learn together 

We’re excited to find the right candidate to join our team full-time for the long term and are ready to hire as soon as we do! While we’re grateful for all interest and do our best to respond thoughtfully, those most closely aligned with the role will be contacted for next steps.

Ayrton is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion within our team.  As a women-led venture, our company strives to provide a supportive atmosphere for under-represented individuals in business and STEM fields, including a focus on work-life balance and employee mental health.