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# Jr. Mechanical CAD Designer at Quaise Energy, Inc

- **Company:** Quaise Energy, Inc
- **Location:** Houston, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-05-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/quaise/jobs/4253832009

## Job description

Quaise Energy is unlocking Earth’s deep heat to deliver clean, reliable, baseload energy at scale – almost anywhere in the world. As both a technology innovator and project developer, Quaise builds and operates solutions that harness superhot geothermal energy far below the surface, enabling power generation that can rival the output of today’s most efficient fossil fuel and nuclear plants. Leveraging millimeter wave drilling, developed after more than a decade of research at MIT, Quaise’s mission is to make superhot geothermal a backbone of the modern energy system, offering affordable, zero-carbon power and true energy independence for communities and nations everywhere.

Quaise is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Jr. Mechanical CAD Designer to support the design, development, and testing of millimeter wave drilling technologies. This role works closely with mechanical, electrical, and RF engineers to create detailed mechanical models, drawings, and prototype assemblies for both laboratory and field applications.

The Jr. Mechanical CAD Designer will support the development of mechanical systems and components by creating production-ready CAD models and drawings, assisting with prototype builds, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve manufacturability, assembly, and overall system integration. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced R&D environment and is interested in growing their technical capabilities alongside an experienced engineering team.

Essential functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.)

- Utilize CAD software to create, modify, and maintain 3D models, assemblies, and detailed mechanical drawings.
- Support the design and development of prototype mechanical systems and components for lab and field applications.
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers throughout the design process to ensure components meet functional and manufacturing requirements.
- Assist with prototype assembly, fit-up verification, and general mechanical troubleshooting activities in lab environments.
- Support engineering teams in evaluating manufacturability, assembly sequencing, and mechanical integration considerations.
- Assist with identifying and coordinating standard mechanical components and commercially available hardware for prototype assemblies.
- Participate in testing activities, including setup support, data collection, documentation, and general workshop activities.
- Maintain organized CAD files, drawings, BOMs, and related engineering documentation.
- Participate in occasional field visits to support prototype installations, testing, and evaluation activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

- Proficiency with PTC Creo or similar CAD software required. Experience with Windchill or PLM systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, and mechanical assemblies.
- Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards preferred.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a hands-on technical setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and team members.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to interact well with customers and co-workers, in the field and the office.

Supervisory responsibilities

- This role does not include formal people-management responsibilities.

Education and Experience

- Associate’s degree or formal training in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field required. Equivalent practical experience may also be considered.
- 1-3 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, drafting, or engineering support environments preferred.
- Experience supporting prototype development, manufacturing, or industrial mechanical systems is preferred.
- Exposure to machining, fabrication, assembly processes, or industrial equipment is a plus.
- Experience working in R&D, energy, industrial, or manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.
- Experience in well drilling, completion, stimulation, architecture or related technology or mineral exploration.

Physical requirements

- The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, as well as use hands to feel, reach, grasp, handle, or operate objects, tools and/or controls.
- The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, transfer, or move items up 20 pounds at times for departmental needs.
- Ability to move from one worksite to another or light travel to various job sites and locations to complete tasks.
- The vision requirement includes reviewing written and electronic materials in digital and physical format.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Quaise Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status or age.

## About Quaise Energy, Inc

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Quaise Energy is developing utility-scale superhot geothermal power plants using a proprietary millimeter wave drilling system to access clean, always-on energy at unprecedented depths and temperatures.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A)
- **Headquarters**: Houston, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 2018
- **Founders**: Carlos Araque (President & CEO) and Matt Houde (Co-founder & Chief of Staff)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Geothermal electric power generation, clean energy
- **Target customers**: Utilities, industrial power users, grid operators (B2B/Enterprise)
- **Mission / Purpose**: “To make superhot geothermal a backbone of the modern energy system by offering affordable, zero-carbon power and true energy independence for communities everywhere.” [quaise-energy.files.svdcdn.com](https://quaise-energy.files.svdcdn.com/production/pdfs/Quaise-Fact-Sheet-WEB.pdf?dm=1756499279)

## Products & Services
- **Superhot Geothermal Power Plants**: Full‑scale power generation and heat distribution plants that tap into rock at 300–500 °C (up to 752 °F) at depths of 3–20 km. Deliver 5–10× more energy than conventional geothermal with 24/7 baseload output.
- **Millimeter Wave Drilling System**: A gyrotron‑powered platform that vaporizes rock without downhole hardware, enabling drilling to depths and temperatures far beyond conventional methods. Proven in the lab and achieved a 100‑meter field test in July 2025.
- **Project Obsidian**: The company’s first commercial‑scale power plant, under development in Central Oregon, targeting 50 MW initially (expandable to 250 MW) with a planned commercial operation date by 2030.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding $104 M (multiple rounds including Series A led by Safar Partners and Prelude Ventures); annual revenue $5 M (estimated)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Safar Partners, Prelude Ventures, TechEnergy Ventures, Nabors (led early venture round), Vinod Khosla (first backer), The Engine (MIT’s venture fund)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 55 employees (+24.6 % YoY, +14 people) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/quaise-energy)
  - 7 open job postings; monthly job postings +600 % [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/quaise-energy)
  - Drilled 100 m using the proprietary millimeter wave system in Central Texas (July 2025)
  - Active in 6 countries (US, UK, UAE, Bulgaria, Australia, Argentina)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Proprietary millimeter wave technology** – no downhole hardware, enabling access to superhot rock virtually anywhere on Earth.
- **Leverages existing fossil fuel supply chains and workforce** – can reuse oil‑and‑gas equipment, rigs, and talent, accelerating deployment.
- **Land‑use efficiency** – deep geothermal uses less than 1 % of the land required by other renewables.
- **Always‑on, zero‑carbon baseload power** – competitive with fossil plants for capacity factor without fuel costs.
- **Founded on a decade of MIT research** (Paul Woskov at MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center).

## Strategic Focus
- Complete Project Obsidian (Central Oregon) as the catalyst for global scale – commercial operation by 2030.
- Continue developing and field‑testing the hybrid drilling rig (conventional + millimeter wave) to reach 20 km depths and 500 °C temperatures.
- Expand to multiterawatt‑level deployments by working with the established workforce and regulatory frameworks of the oil and gas industry.
- Achieve 250 MW capacity at Project Obsidian with potential for additional wells.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven culture** – employees are passionate about solving the world’s energy challenge with a game‑changing clean technology.
- **Strong leadership** – executive team hails from Schlumberger, Morgan Stanley, Lazard, AltaRock Energy, and MIT; deep industry and technical expertise.
- **Growth trajectory** – rapid headcount expansion (+24.6 % YoY) and a significant increase in hiring signals a scale‑up phase.
- **Hybrid/remote flexibility** – some roles (e.g., Lead Geothermal Exploration Geologist) are listed as Hybrid/Remote.
- **Hands‑on engineering** – staff works on cutting‑edge gyrotron drilling, high‑temperature materials, and geothermal resource development.
- **Perks & environment** – small team (55 people) with direct impact; located in Houston energy corridor; ties to MIT and the broader clean‑energy ecosystem.

## Sources
1. [quaise.com](https://www.quaise.com/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/quaise](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/quaise)
3. [quaise.com/company](https://www.quaise.com/company)
4. [linkedin.com/company/quaise-energy](https://www.linkedin.com/company/quaise-energy)
5. [quaise-energy.files.svdcdn.com – Fact Sheet](https://quaise-energy.files.svdcdn.com/production/pdfs/Quaise-Fact-Sheet-WEB.pdf?dm=1756499279)

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