Senior Mechanical Engineer, Belt Systems

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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Belt Systems Bastrop, TX

Department : ENGINEERING, Mechanical Engineering | Employment : In office | Job Type : Full-time

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 Prufrock team creates the world's fastest tunnel boring machines. These machines will be responsible for creating thousands of miles of tunnel and making tunnels a viable method of transportation.

Team Overview

The Belt Systems team designs and builds high-performance conveyor systems and related mechanical components critical to our operations. These systems are engineered to handle extreme loads and operate in demanding environments, ensuring reliability and scalability for projects ranging from underground tunnels to surface material transport.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer on the Belt Systems team, you will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of belt conveyor systems, material handling components, and supporting infrastructure. You will own hardware through its entire lifecycledesign, analysis, fabrication, testing, and commissioningwhile collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions. This role requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, expertise in belt conveyor design, and a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop belt conveyor systems, including drive systems, belting, idlers, pulleys, belt wash and cleaning, and hydraulic systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards such as CEMA.
• Create and review specifications, P&IDs, flowsheets, and vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, and CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks) to validate designs under extreme loads and environmental conditions.
• Lead the procurement, permitting, and subcontracting processes for equipment and materials, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of designs from concept to implementation.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulations, including MSHA, OSHA, NEC, and NFPA, as well as project-specific safety and performance guidelines.
• Continuously evaluate system integration within larger operational frameworks, anticipating future scalability and development needs.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience

Additional Requirements

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