13 energy materials jobs found in Portland, TN

Description The Mechanical Engineering department at Vanderbilt University School of Engineering invites applications and nominations for an open-rank tenured/tenure-track faculty position to begin in the fall of 2026. This position is part of our commitment to establishing an interdisciplinary Energy Cluster aimed at addressing grand societal and scientific challenges. The successful candidate(s) will have expertise that aligns with our strategic mission to enhance research and education in the broad field of engineered materials for energy applications. Areas of particular focus include, but are not limited to: Synthesis of energy materials Theoretical understanding through first-principles calculations and AI Novel energy conversion, storage and transport techniques Intelligent materials-based energy systems Candidates who can contribute to the interdisciplinary strength of the Energy Cluster-or those with novel applications of emerging technologies related to energy...

Pioneering Carbon Conversion and Renewable Energy Systems Location: Franklin, TN (On-Site) Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid to Senior Join Enexor BioEnergy Located just outside Nashville, TN, Enexor is a fast-moving early-stage climate tech company building small-scale, waste-to-value systems that convert organic and plastic waste into renewable energy and high-purity CO₂. We're not just innovating-we're disrupting the status quo. Why Join Us? Mission-first impact: Help turn waste and emissions into energy and carbon-negative value streams. Hands-on innovation: Engineers here don't just design-they build, test, iterate, and deploy real systems. People over process: We move fast, cut red tape, and trust smart, driven individuals to take ownership. High-value team: We hire the best; we challenge each other; we win together. If you're ready to move beyond the drawing board and make real-world impact, come help shape the future of distributed energy and carbon...

JOIN A GLOBAL LEADER IN ADVANCED COMPOSITE MATERIALS Airtech International is a worldwide leader in materials and applications used in the production of advanced composites. We are seeking a Senior Technical Support Engineer to serve as a key technical resource for customers, distributors, and internal teams across the globe. This role combines hands-on engineering, customer support, product development, testing, and process optimization. You'll work directly with manufacturers to solve complex production challenges, evaluate new technologies, and help customers maximize the performance of Airtech products. If you enjoy troubleshooting, working directly with customers, and applying engineering knowledge in real-world manufacturing environments, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as a primary technical contact for customers and distributors worldwide. Troubleshoot manufacturing and process challenges involving composite...

The Production Engineering position works closely with the Quality and Production departments to support production and process improvement activities. The position serves as a technical expert for production on all things process related and will routinely provide hands on training and guidance to production personnel. Success in this position will require the individual to maintain a high level of knowledge on a diverse range of products. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: In order to be successful in this role you'll need the following: Ability to read and understand schematic drawings A high degree of competence in MS Office programs Read, write, and interpret documented production processes Ability to audit production processes and report findings Ability to productively work with every level of the organization Ability to identify and address production related concerns Knowledge of CAD software (ex: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Catia, SketchUp) Operational knowledge of...

Description Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. Basic Position Duties Manufacturing Engineer III Engineering • Develop mass-production engineering parameters (production, quality) for new business. • Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods. • Provides on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling. • Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime. • Negotiates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts. • Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities. • Work with management, manufacturing, corporate officials and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and other cost considerations to facilitate production. • Develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and to guarantee the quality of the parts as produced. • Must have...

Description Basic Position Duties Manufacturing Engineer III Engineering • Develop mass-production engineering parameters (production, quality) for new business. • Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods. • Provides on-going technical support to production and maintenance to ensure effective use of production equipment and tooling. • Develop and implement countermeasures for claims, IPD's, and downtime. • Negotiates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials and parts. • Investigate and coordinate Kaizen activities. • Work with management, manufacturing, corporate officials and other staff regarding machine capabilities, production schedules, and other cost considerations to facilitate production. • Develop the necessary equipment required to produce/assemble precise molded parts and to guarantee the quality of the parts as produced. • Must have understanding of Microsoft Office programs including Word,...

Description Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. QA New Model Engineer III Basic Purpose 1) Support the PPAP Team / QA New Model MGMT in the preparation of equipment, mating parts, fixtures and jigs in order to complete dimensional and testing analysis for new programs, products, processes, and design changes. 2)Track and follow up on approval status with customers for PPAPs, SCR, Advance Notice, and ESERs. Prepare and submit documents timely per customer requirements and SEWS requirements. Meet with and track customer approvals for timely response. 3)Investigate functional failures of new parts. Develop better testing methods and design any necessary testing jigs to ensure a stable test setup. Basic Position Duties Support New model development activities including Team Feasibility, Design Reviews, APQP (Advance Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Parts Approval Process), Shokikan/Gateway preparation and IQC (Initial Quality Control)...

Description QA New Model Engineer III Basic Purpose 1) Support the PPAP Team / QA New Model MGMT in the preparation of equipment, mating parts, fixtures and jigs in order to complete dimensional and testing analysis for new programs, products, processes, and design changes. 2)Track and follow up on approval status with customers for PPAPs, SCR, Advance Notice, and ESERs. Prepare and submit documents timely per customer requirements and SEWS requirements. Meet with and track customer approvals for timely response. 3)Investigate functional failures of new parts. Develop better testing methods and design any necessary testing jigs to ensure a stable test setup. Basic Position Duties Support New model development activities including Team Feasibility, Design Reviews, APQP (Advance Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Parts Approval Process), Shokikan/Gateway preparation and IQC (Initial Quality Control) activities for Quality related functions. Support related...

Description The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin in Fall 2026. We are seeking outstanding candidates whose research lies within a core area of mechanical engineering-including but not limited to dynamics and control, robotics, thermofluid sciences, materials, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate's expertise should complement and enhance existing departmental research strengths. Broadly, the candidate's work may align with one of the department's two tracks: robotics or thermofluids. Candidates should have a strong theoretical foundation and a clear vision for applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles to address major societal challenges in national defense and space engineering . Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, robotics, autonomous systems, intelligent systems, aerospace propulsion, hypersonics, design and...

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service - to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of "empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life," so if this speaks to you, let's connect! At CESO, a Project Engineer I continues to gain practical and professional work experience in the engineering field and will function in a wide variety of tasks under the direction of a Professional Engineer. A Project Engineer I will work collaboratively with team members while utilizing engineering software and tools to create, modify, and analyze designs, to review and improve concepts; they will actively contribute to the preparation of...

Who We Are: For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 10 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage - feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration. Together, our 11 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever-growing client base. What You Will Do: We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our growing team out of our Nashville, TN office. This position is primarily responsible for leading a team to perform the design and analysis of structural elements and...

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel's high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States. Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm. Benefit options include: Medical insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending accounts...

Design the Backbone of Clean Energy & Carbon Conversion Location: Franklin, TN (On-Site) Type: Full-Time Seniority: Mid to Senior Level / Technical Contributor Join Enexor BioEnergy Enexor is a venture-backed, early-stage climate tech company just outside of Nashville, TN, developing distributed systems that turn organic and plastic waste into clean energy and high-purity CO₂. We are reimagining how the world addresses emissions, waste, and energy access-one modular system at a time. We're not just solving problems. We're redefining what's possible at the intersection of engineering, energy, and sustainability. Why This Role Matters We're hiring a Process Engineer with a strong mechanical foundation to help design and deploy our next-generation waste-to-energy and carbon capture systems. This is not a modeling-only role. You'll work end-to-end-translating high-level process concepts to concrete designs by developing P&IDs, performing mass and energy balances,...