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# Senior Mechanical Engineer at VEIR

- **Company:** VEIR
- **Location:** Woburn Massachusetts, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-08-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/veir/jobs/5377676008

## Job description

WHY VEIR?

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, VEIR is a U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of category-defining superconducting power delivery systems built for the extreme energy demands of the AI era. By commercializing next-generation superconducting technology into deployable, real-world systems, VEIR delivers ~10× higher power density than conventional options, enabling “speed-to-power” where incremental optimization falls short. VEIR’s initial focus is AI data centers behind the meter, with solutions engineered for repeatable deployment through reference designs and integrated controls, designed to incorporate learnings as deployments scale.

## The Role

VEIR is seeking a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our System Integration & Heat Transfer team.  This individual will play a critical role in the component design, system design, and mechanical analysis of VEIR’s superconducting systems, and help develop our first major commercial products. This engineer will be responsible for a major segment of the mechanical design, driving it from concept phase through detailed design and into production.

## What You'll Do

- Serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical, thermal, and structural design for custom components and multi-process assemblies used in superconducting systems.
- Own and lead the design, development, and testing of key assemblies for low-voltage and medium-voltage superconducting systems, from concept through to fabrication.
- Conduct detailed mechanical and structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess design and reliability, accounting for thermal, mechanical, and electrical interactions.
- Define mechanical requirements and oversee qualification testing for system components, managing both in-house and external resources.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support system deployment, ensuring the integration of cryogenic thermal management systems.
- Review design calculations, drawings, and submittals from junior engineers, mentoring and guiding them in their development.

## Skills You Have

- 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a strong foundation in mechanical, structural, & thermal analysis.
- End-to-end experience across the product development life cycle: from concept development, thru preliminary & detailed design, and into production.
- Skilled in mechanical design via CAD, design for assembly of complex multi-body assemblies, first-order structural & thermal calculations, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software for detailed analysis.
- Experience creating engineering drawings for external fabrication.
- Familiar with industry standards like ASME 31.3 and/or BPVC, with experience designing pressure vessels or similar components.
- Skilled in coding with MATLAB, Python, or similar languages is a plus.
- A continuous improvement mindset to innovate and optimize system designs.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration, vendor management, and team mentoring.
- Willingness to travel for short durations during product deployment phases.

To be successful in this role

- You bring a solid background in mechanical engineering, ideally with extensive experience in structural mechanics, thermal analysis, and FEA.
- Known for your precision and your ability to ideate, iterate, and execute complex designs.
- You are an outstanding communicator (written and verbal) across all levels of the organization and can work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
- You are a highly motivated, self-starter with a positive approach to problem solving
- You are driven by results - you gauge your success in measurable positive impact (not in how much you check off the to do list) and know how to ruthlessly prioritize
- You thrive on effectively managing multiple projects with competing priorities that require making decisions under pressure and working under tight deadlines
- You are highly curious and solutions-oriented, and excel at deconstructing complex problems into manageable components to develop effective solutions
- You are committed to buying into VEIR’s mission and goals, and adopting our core values.

VEIR is committed to equal pay for equal work in its compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $140,000 - $160,000 per year + equity + benefits. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.

## BENEFITS & PERKS

Healthcare coverage with 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Program

12 Company Holidays + unmetered PTO

12 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave for all new parents

Stock Options

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Regular teambuilding, off-sites, and lunch & learns

## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and any other protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation. We strive to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and are committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed as all other employees.

To all recruitment agencies: VEIR does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, VEIR employees, or any other organization location. VEIR is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About VEIR

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: VEIR is a superconducting power solutions company developing high-temperature superconductor (HTS)-based systems to deliver 5-10x more power capacity than traditional copper lines, targeting the energy demands of AI data centers and grid infrastructure.
- **Entity Type**: Private (late-stage venture-backed)
- **Headquarters**: Woburn, Massachusetts, USA
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Dr. Tim Heidel (CEO & Co-Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Energy infrastructure, superconducting power delivery, data center power solutions, electric grid transmission
- **Target customers**: Hyperscalers (e.g., Microsoft, AWS), chip developers, data center owners and operators, utilities, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and energy producers
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Remove power as a barrier to progress" and "deliver the power density necessary across the electricity value chain for global growth in capacity and grid resilience." [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)

## Products & Services
- **Superconducting Power Delivery Platform**: A full-stack, platform-level solution using high-temperature superconductors (HTS) and advanced cryogenic cooling to transmit electricity at 5-10x the power density of conventional copper cables with 90% less resistive line losses. Designed for data center campuses, grid interconnections, and high-demand industrial sites. [veir.com](https://veir.com/)
- **Low- and Medium-Voltage Superconducting Systems**: Targeted at data center campuses to enable faster time-to-energization (3-6 months faster vs. traditional solutions), 99.99% uptime, and 25x reduction in copper intensity on average. [veir.com](https://veir.com/)
- **Engineering & Solutions Services**: Custom integration and deployment support for customers, including substation design, cable systems, cryogenic infrastructure, and controls.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding raised — VEIR is backed by a consortium of top-tier climate and deep-tech investors including Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund, National Grid Partners, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Congruent Ventures, The Engine Ventures, Galvanize Climate Solutions, Piva Capital, Tyche Partners, and VXI Capital. [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Microsoft (Climate Innovation Fund), National Grid (through National Grid Partners), Breakthrough Energy Ventures (Bill Gates-backed), The Engine (MIT spinout fund), Galvanize Climate Solutions, Congruent Ventures, Piva Capital, Tyche Partners, VXI Capital. [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Successfully demonstrated 3-megawatt superconducting power delivery for AI data centers in a press release [veir.com](https://veir.com/).
  - Hired Stephen Major (ex-AWS Sr. Manager of Data Center Infrastructure Engineering) as Chief Product Officer in January 2026, signaling commercial scaling. [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)
  - Hired Jill Macari (ex-Walton Enterprises, Omidyar Network) as CFO in January 2024. [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)
  - Active hiring: 17+ open positions across engineering, product, cryogenics, and solutions roles as of mid-2026. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/veir)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Category-defining technology**: VEIR is one of the few companies commercializing high-temperature superconductor (HTS) power delivery at the platform level, not just as a component. This creates a durable moat in a market where power is becoming the binding constraint on AI and data center growth.
- **Deep investor backing**: Supported by Microsoft and National Grid — both potential strategic customers — providing capital, credibility, and a built-in path to market.
- **Proven performance metrics**: 5-10x power density, 90% less line losses, 99.99% uptime, 25x reduction in copper use, and 3-6 months faster deployment vs. traditional solutions. [veir.com](https://veir.com/)
- **Experienced leadership team**: CEO Tim Heidel (MIT PhD, former ARPA-E Program Director, Breakthrough Energy Ventures), CTO Erhan Karaca (ex-GE, Malta Inc., Last Energy), CPO Stephen Major (ex-AWS data center infrastructure lead), CFO Jill Macari (ex-Walton Enterprises, Omidyar Network). [veir.com](https://veir.com/about)

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale commercial deployment**: Move from successful 3MW demonstration to industrial-scale installations for hyperscale data center campuses.
- **Remove power as a growth bottleneck**: Target the "power delivery crisis" facing AI data centers, where new campuses are delayed by years due to grid interconnection constraints.
- **Expand product platform**: Continue development of low- and medium-voltage superconducting systems, cryogenic infrastructure, and cable systems to serve a broader range of grid and industrial applications.
- **Build the team**: Aggressively hiring across engineering, product, and solutions roles to scale from a startup to an operational infrastructure company. [veir.com](https://veir.com/careers)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven impact**: Work at the intersection of climate tech, AI infrastructure, and breakthrough physics — solving one of the most critical infrastructure challenges of the decade.
- **High-caliber peers**: Colleagues include former ARPA-E, MIT, AWS, GE, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures talent. The company emphasizes a "collaboration is not optional" culture where multidisciplinary teams (superconducting materials, power systems, cryogenics, infrastructure) work together. [veir.com](https://veir.com/careers)
- **Safety-first culture**: "No deadline, no milestone, and no competitive pressure will ever change that" — safety is a core value in an industry where the margin for error is zero. [veir.com](https://veir.com/careers)
- **Values**: Collaboration, Safety, Accountability, Urgency — reinforced in all job postings. [veir.com](https://veir.com/careers)
- **Location**: All current open roles are based in Woburn, Massachusetts (Greater Boston area). No explicit remote/hybrid policy stated, but the on-site engineering lab suggests a strong in-person culture.
- **Growth trajectory**: Joining at a pivotal moment — post-demonstration, pre-scale — with significant upside as the company moves from R&D to commercial deployment.

## Sources
1. [VEIR Official Website](https://veir.com/)
2. [VEIR About Page](https://veir.com/about)
3. [VEIR Careers Page](https://veir.com/careers)
4. [VEIR Greenhouse Job Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/veir)
5. [VEIR LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/veir-energy)

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