We are hiring.  We primarily seek mechanical engineers and physicists.  We work from first principles and are deeply analytical.  Our ideas are often unconventional. 

Here are some of our current job openings:

CFD Scientist I:

Expertise in the following areas is necessary:  incompressible and compressible fluid dynamics, boundary layer theory, turbulence models, numerical methods (finite volume, finite difference, finite element or boundary element method), working experience with major CFD package (e.g. Ansys CFX, Fluent, StarCD, etc.), measurement techniques related to fluid flow characterization, calibration of model through experiment
Expertise in the following areas is desirable:  development of fluid dynamics software, engine experience, flow bench experience
M.S. degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required.

CFD Scientist II:

Expertise in the following areas is necessary:  incompressible and compressible fluid dynamics, boundary layer theory, turbulence models, numerical methods (finite volume, finite difference, finite element or boundary element theory), working experience with major CFD package (e.g. Ansys CFX, Fluent, StarCD, etc.), measurement techniques related to fluid flow, calibration of model through experiment, combustion (preferably Diesel combustion), modeling of combustion, spray modeling
Expertise in the following areas is desirable:  development of fluid dynamics software, KIVA experience, engine experience, flow bench experience
Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required

Structural Dynamics Engineer:

Expertise in the following areas is necessary:  single and multi-body kinematics and kinetics, linkages and mechanism, vibrations in single and multi-degree-of-freedom systems, practical vibration analysis and measurement techniques, theory of elasticity, vibrations in elastic structures, modal analysis, forced vibrations, finite element analysis
Expertise in the following areas is desirable:  plasticity, materials and materials testing methods, fatigue behavior 
M.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace or Civil Engineering is required.

Engine Systems Engineer:

Expertise in the following areas is necessary:  Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, lubrication, tribology, engine design, Diesel injection and combustion, air charge systems.  Good working knowledge of WAVE or GTPower is required. 
M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Engine Design Engineer:

Expertise in the following areas is necessary:  Hands-on design and development of new engines that have been put into production. Strong knowledge of good design practics for cast, forged, and machined components necessary. Must be an expert Pro/E user including Pro Mechanica with a good understanding of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
Expertise in the following areas is desirable:  FEA
BSME degree or higher preferred

You can submit your resume by mail to

Human Resources Manager
Achates Power
4060 Sorrento Valley Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92121

Or via email at jobs@achatespower.com