Electromechanics Team Lead

Your role

This role leads a team of engineers focused on electromechanical systems, including active magnetic bearings and high-speed motor and generator technologies, applied to turboexpander and compressor products. You will drive the integration of these systems, guiding design and execution from concept through commercialization. The position combines hands-on technical leadership, system integration, and collaboration with engineering, suppliers, customers, and key stakeholders across the division and business area. 

The compensation range for this position is $137,843.78 - $191,319.34.00 annually. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Atlas Copco provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave, tuition assistance, referral bonus and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply. 

What you will own/improve:

• Lead a team of engineers in electromechanical product and system development 
• Drive integration of active magnetic bearing and high-speed motor and generator systems into turbomachinery products 
• Guide system level design, analysis, and validation across expander and compressor platforms 
• Serve as a technical authority for electromechanical systems across the organization 
• Translate technical direction into practical, actionable development steps 
• Improve product performance, reliability, and integration of electromechanical systems 
• Strengthen alignment between electromechanical development and overall product strategy

To succeed, you will need

What you already know:

• You have a solid understanding of electromechanical systems, rotordynamics, or mechatronics principles 
• Familiarity with active magnetic bearings, high-speed motor or generator systems, or similar technologies 
• General knowledge of engineering analysis, system integration, and validation methods 
• You're able to break down complex technical problems into clear, actionable steps 
• You're able  to manage multiple tasks and priorities in an engineered to order environment 
• You have strong communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, suppliers, marketing, and customers 
• You are self motivated with a proactive, solution oriented mindset 
• Demonstrated ability to learn, adapt, and continuously improve

Physical Requirements/Essential Functions: 

• Work in both office and manufacturing environments 
• Ability to stand, squat, and evaluate components as needed 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 lbs
• Occasional domestic and international travel

In return, we offer

Reports to: R&D Manager

Atlas Copco Mafi-Trench Company LLC is located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. We manufacture a wide range of Turbo Expanders and equipment that support sustainable resources. Locally our facility is a California Certified Green Business. Our Think GREEN Initiative has reduced our landfill impact significantly by implementing ambitious recycling programs and reduced our carbon footprint.

What you will learn:

• How to integrate advanced electromechanical systems into turbomachinery products 
• How to take complex systems from concept through commercialization 
• Exposure to emerging technologies in magnetic bearings and high speed machinery 
• Cross functional collaboration across engineering, suppliers, and customers Leadership and development within a technical engineering team

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Santa Maria, CA.   You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.