Climate & Environment Full-time

Head of Hardware

Peak Energy

Location

Remote

Type

Full-time

Posted

Nov 20, 2025

Compensation

USD 215000 – 265000

Mission

What you will drive

  • Act as technical lead for Peak's products and lead system design across system, mechanical, structural, and thermal domains
  • Define and maintain system-level requirements for HV/LV distribution, enclosures, interconnects, cooling, and protections
  • Oversee design-for-manufacturability and collaborate with supply chain partners to scale production
  • Recruit, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary hardware team spanning electrical, mechanical, structural, and thermal engineering

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role helps build world-class energy storage products that advance sodium-ion battery systems as the storage standard for renewable energy, contributing to a more resilient grid and the transition to clean energy.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • 10+ years of experience in hardware engineering with at least 5 years in leadership roles
  • Proven track record of delivering at scale high voltage and high power systems, energy storage systems, or comparable large-scale industrial/automotive hardware
  • Expertise across electrical system design (HV/LV systems, bussing, protections), mechanical/structural design, and thermal management
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Benefits

What's in it for you

The salary range for this role is $215,000 - $265,000. Our competitive benefits package includes flexible PTO, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, and equity opportunities. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

About

Inside Peak Energy

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid. Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.