Mechanical Engineer

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions. The Music City Loop is a first of its kind transportation system in Nashville. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with strong design skills to work onsite in Nashville and play a key role in the progression of the Music City Loop. Responsibilities • Design various systems and sub-systems related to operations such as boring machine parts, support systems, support system equipment, passenger/construction vehicles, and tunnel infrastructure. • React to real life situations in the field, creating and designing parts to solve unforeseen issues. • Employ competent use of judgment, hand calculations, FEA and CAD to develop and communicate designs. • Adhere to the project schedule and ensure timely completion from conception to implementation. • Communicate schedule to stakeholders and others with dependent systems, bringing attention to changes in schedule as they happen. • Constantly evaluate how the system fits into the larger picture of a working operation. Ensure that design choices are in line with the top level needs with ample consideration of future developments. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. • 1+ years of experience in design, build and testing. • Proficiency using SolidWorks. • Basic proficiency in machine design. • Experience in creating manufacturing drawings. • Hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing - can be in a professional, academic or recreational setting. Preferred Skills and Experience • Previous experience in construction, industrial environments, working with heavy machinery or similar. • Knowledgeable in mechatronics, mechanism design, fluid power system concepts and design, dynamics, material selection, testing methods, and common machining and fabrication processes. • Strong teamwork skills with a proven ability to effectively interact and collaborate with other engineering disciplines. Culture We're a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity. Benefits We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees. The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.