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Design Engineer (Combustion Devices)

Arbor Energy · El Segundo, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $130,000 - $150,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
82 days
Arbor Energy's roles stay open a median of 83 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
95% of Arbor Energy's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Arbor Energy
high
15 stale, 0 reposted of 19 open
Hiring momentum
24 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-25

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Arbor Energy's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Arbor Energy.

About this role

The Design Engineer will be responsible for the 3D design of high-temperature, high-pressure hardware for combustion systems, collaborating with combustion engineers and other team members to create practical, test-ready designs. The role involves applying Design for Additive Manufacturing principles, generating detailed drawing packages, and iterating designs based on testing and fabrication feedback.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Arbor Energy as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related Engineering discipline
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design of high-performance systems
  • Proficiency in CAD software (Siemens NX preferred; others such as SolidWorks or Creo also acceptable)
  • Experience producing fully detailed drawing packages including GD&T and manufacturing specs
  • Experience with additive manufacturing and DfAM principles
  • Understanding of additive constraints: overhang angles, support strategy, build orientation, powder removal, etc.

Nice to have

  • Exposure to material behavior and surface finish considerations in high-temperature AM alloys (e.g., Inconel 625/718, Hastelloy, Haynes)
  • Familiarity with FEA or fluid/thermal analysis workflows
  • Prior experience in a fast-paced, hands-on R&D or startup environment
  • Exposure to combustion systems, high-temperature materials, or pressure vessels.

What you get

  • Pre-IPO stock options
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Arbor covers 90% for employees)
  • Basic life insurance fully covered
  • Health savings account (HSA) with matching
  • Flexible savings account (FSA)
  • Unlimited PTO

Worth weighing

  • Onsite opportunity in El Segundo, CA
  • No mention of remote work options
  • Base pay range is provided, but it varies based on applicant's skills and location
  • The role requires collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines, which may require strong interpersonal skills

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Listed by Arbor Energy on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-25. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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