Senior Staff Engineer, System Test & Validation

Senior Staff Engineer

Bloom Energy is the leading force in transforming the way energy is generated and delivered.  We are driving toward the parallel goals of growing a dynamic and forward-thinking company while creating a positive impact on our environment. Our company is filled with smart and innovative thinkers and doers, and we never stop striving to improve our technology, to expand and improve our company performance, and to develop and support the many talented employees that serve our mission.

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Role and Responsibilities:

Should drive the design, development, and execution of advanced test systems and validation strategies for Balance of Plant (BOP) components and subsystems. Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure product reliability, performance, and compliance with system-level requirements in simulated operational environments.

• Strategic Test System Development:

   Lead the design and deployment of scalable, modular test fixtures and infrastructure to validate BOP/BOS components (e.g., sensors, transducers, valves, blowers, compressors, fans, Heat Exchangers) under simulated environmental conditions. Ensure instrumentation and data acquisition systems are optimized for precision and repeatability.

• Technical Leadership & Innovation:

   Guide the team in evaluating theoretical designs through structured experimentation, data analysis, and result interpretation. Champion innovation in test methodologies and automation.

• Test Protocols & Qualification:

   Define and oversee the development of robust test procedures for qualification, characterization, and reliability testing of mechanical, electromechanical systems and Industrial Instruments/sensors. Ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Engineering Documentation & Standards:

   Review and approve critical documentation including P&IDs, instrumentation loop diagrams, and process hookup diagrams. Ensure adherence to engineering best practices and internal quality standards.

• System Design Expertise:

   Provide technical oversight on pipe sizing, flow and pressure drop calculations, stress analysis, and material/component selection for test systems and product subsystems.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

   Act as a key interface between design, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality teams to drive design changes, prototyping, localization, and cost optimization initiatives.

• Risk Management & Root Cause Analysis:

   Lead DFMEA sessions and drive root cause investigations for critical failures. Implement corrective actions and design improvements.

• Lab Operations & Compliance:

   Establish calibration and preventive maintenance programs for lab instrumentation. Ensure lab operations comply with safety protocols, SOPs, and audit requirements.

• Mentorship & Capability Building:

   Mentor junior engineers and technicians. Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and process discipline.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor or master degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation, or Systems Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in test engineering, product validation, or systems integration, preferably in energy, automotive, or industrial domains.
• Strong expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Experience with various testing methodologies (Functional, Performance, Reliability, regression, etc.)
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex test programs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously using project management methodologies, with a strong focus on delivering detailed testing reports to support critical business decision-making
• Proficiency in tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB and data acquisition systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and Team management skills.