Mechanical Engineer I (Project Commissioning & Critical Facilities)

Oishii is seeking an Engineer I (Project Commissioning & Critical Facilities) to join our growing team!

As a part of our Engineering Team, an Engineer I - (Project Commissioning & Critical Facilities) - you will be at the tip of the spear as you commission, oversee, and improve state-of-the-art indoor vertical farming facilities. As an exceptionally fast learner with high ownership skills and multidisciplinary engineering interests, you will tackle anything and everything required to rapidly commission facilities. From sensors and controls to plumbing, fabricating, and installing components, you will be required to be on site daily, build familiarity and competence quickly while working closely with technical experts. You will work under the direction of an all-star engineering team on broad and diverse projects that span fluid, thermal, electromechanical and automation systems. You will collaborate cross functionally with plant science, operations, and R&D staff to drive forward key initiatives.

Once commissioned, you will play a critical role in observing and tracking performance, pushing forward projects, coordinating closely with highly technical engineers and maintenance technicians in order to stabilize and improve facility performance. The role is demanding and requires not just strong problem solving skills but also the willingness to do the physical work required to bring vertical farms to life. This role is especially compelling for those who want to dig in while learning numerous engineering disciplines along the way. 

As an Engineer I (Project Commissioning & Critical Facilities) you will:

•  Assemble, install and test systems, technologies, and components during the construction and commissioning phases of vertical farming deployments 
• Install and troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, mechanical, controls or automation systems
• Coordinate with and take direction from engineering technical experts
• Utilize hand tools and fabrication equipment safely and effectively 
• Fabricate and deploy upgrades to existing facilities post-commissioning 
• Monitor facility performance during commissioning and collaborate with engineers and maintenance staff to complete commissioning checklists 
• Coordinate with and oversee contractors and tradesmen to ensure correct installation of technical designs
• Present updates on commissioning and maintenance to engineering managers 
• Read and implement engineering designs and construction documents 
• Build documentation and develop installation guides and manuals to unlock more efficient future buildouts 
• Deliver creative solutions to new problems and collaborate with technical designers and R&D staff to rapidly overcome challenges
• Maintain Safety standards at all times
• Drive projects that will build your expertise across various disciplines, including: HVAC, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics, Lighting systems, Controls, industrial automation, and production engineering, irrigation, water management, and plumbing

Who will love this job: Individuals who identify with our Core Values and exhibit skills within those values will thrive at Oishii.

One Team, One Fight!

• Ability to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with purpose.
• Ability to work cross functionally at all levels and collaborate at various levels of the organization. Natural leader capable of motivating our teams to accomplish ambitious goals!

Focus

• Ability to remove obstacles in order to prioritize which could include problem solving, working through ambiguity and using fact based or sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently, with a high attention to detail, and ability to create structure & process where none may exist.

GSD (Get Sh** Done!)

• Capable of prioritizing tasks and always considering the resources available when doing so.
• A bias for action! Ability to hold yourself accountable and take ownership of driving results that impact company outcomes.

Qualifications for Engineer 1:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• Strong knowledge of core engineering principles.
• Capable of rapid prototyping and track record of bringing concepts to life.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player eager to tackle complex projects
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with the safe use of basic hands tools 
• Thrives working hands-on with plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or automation systems
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Impeccable track record for safety
• CAD competency preferred

 Physical Requirements:

• May lift and/or otherwise move 45 pounds or more
• Work at varying heights and from ladders and scissor lifts 

Perks at Oishii:

• Salary of $66,000 and equity package
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Insurance
• EAP Access
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Roth & Traditional)
• Paid Parental leave
• Office social events including happy hours, parties, and community service projects
• Employee activity groups for basketball players, Yoga Enthusiasts, runners…

About Oishii: 

At Oishii, we grow the best fruit in the world by deploying ground-breaking vertical farming technology that pushes the boundaries of agriculture. We’re the first in the WORLD to grow fruit in an indoor vertical farm at commercial scale. We started with strawberries, which we debuted at Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare, the three star Michelin restaurant considered by critics to be among the best in the world. Since then, we have supplied our strawberries to food-loving consumers, world-class restaurants, and specialty retailers across NYC. Our proprietary technology enables us to grow the very best produce year-round, at the same high level of quality, all without using any pesticides. 

Oishii has been profiled in Eater, NPR, Time Magazine, and Fortune. Oishi was also one of the Fast Companies Most Innovative Companies of 2022. 

At Oishii, everything we do works toward accomplishing our mission of transforming agriculture sustainably while bringing produce that truly delights people everywhere. This requires farmers, engineers, scientists, product managers, and members of many other backgrounds to work together day-in and day-out to innovate, while operating increasingly large farms. We have an amazing mission-driven team of highly motivated and engaged members. Learn More https://oishii.com/