Staff Mechanical Engineer

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

The Role

T1 Energy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical utility systems for our advanced manufacturing facility. This role will focus on systems such as chilled water, steam, compressed air, dehumidification, and waste handling, ensuring reliable service and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in mechanical utilities with a proved track record of leading complex projects from design through commissioning.

What You''ll Do

• Lead the planning, design and coordination of mechanical utilities, including CUP (central utility plant), cleanroom, HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, dehumidifiers, and waste handling.

• Serve as the owner's representative with design firms, contractors, and equipment vendors.

• Support project execution through design reviews, schedule and scope management, and coordination of utilities interfaces.

• Provide oversight during construction, startup and commissioning to ensure systems perform as intended.

• Troubleshoot and optimize mechanical utilities to improve reliability, performance, and energy efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and permitting requirements.

• Collaborate closely with electrical, process, and EHS teams to ensure integrated and reliable facility utilities.

• Maintain documentation, reporting, and communication for stakeholders.

• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in facilities engineering, with a focus on mechanical utilities.

• Proven experience delivering projects from design through commissioning.

• Strong knowledge of CUP, HVAC, cleanroom mechanical systems, chilled water, compressed air, dehumidification and waste handling.

• Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Strong communication, documentation, and project tracking abilities.

The T1 Way

We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in.

T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.