Engineering Jobs in San Rafael, CA

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

About the Company

Pegasus Solar is the fastest growing provider of proprietary solar mounting hardware and project design software in the United States. In 2025, we manufactured and shipped more than 40 million parts, with a Pegasus system installed once per minute. We are a tight knit, high impact team driven to accelerate the widespread deployment of solar by making it simpler, faster, and better. Founded in 2012, Pegasus partners with installers to design and engineer products that improve installation efficiency and long-term reliability. With over 130 patents issued and pending and over half a million solar projects installed using Pegasus, we continue to set the standard for innovation and reliability in solar. Our purpose is Accelerating Solar Deployment. If you are passionate about clean energy, innovation, and scaling world class hardware, this is where you will make an impact.

About the Role

As a Global Procurement & Trade Manager, you will own supplier procurement, purchase execution, and manage international trade operations across Pegasus’s global supply chain. This role is responsible for issuing purchase orders, coordinating inbound and outbound logistics, and facilitating import/export customs compliance for shipments into the United States and other international markets. You will work closely with Pegasus manufacturing and sourcing, our logistics partners, finance, planning/forecasting, and the sales operations to ensure material availability, optimize cost control, and ensure compliant global movement of goods. The Global Procurement & Trade Manager will report directly to the Head of Manufacturing & Supply Chain and will support the Director of Business Intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Procurement & Supplier Management
• Own end-to-end procurement execution with domestic and international suppliers.
• Plan, issue and manage purchase orders aligned to approved demand plan.
• Support domestic and international strategic supplier selection.
• Monitor and track supply chain pricing, sourcing lead times, MOQs and contractual sourcing terms, indexed with prevailing material, labor costs, logistics, FOREX and import duties.
• Work closely with Manufacturing & Sourcing to build strong supply chain partnerships, ensuring timely capacity development, consistent product quality, risk mitigation, and best value landed COGs.
• Work closely with Quality to execute timely supply chain audits.

• Import / Export & Trade Compliance
• Own all import and export operations for Pegasus globally.
• Work closely with Pegasus customs brokers to manage customs clearance for imports into the United States and other countries.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, tariffs, duties, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers.
• Maintain accurate HTS codes, country of origin data, and trade documentation.

• Logistics & Inventory Execution
• Oversee inbound and outbound international logistics execution.
• Coordinate shipment timing with suppliers, warehouses, and 3PL partners.
• Manage quarterly inventory counts and reconciliation at Pegasus’ headquarter warehouse and multiple 3PLs.
• Ensure accurate inventory receipts and ERP transactions.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner closely with Pegasus demand planning and forecasting.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, Engineering, or equivalent Supply Chain Professional certification.
• 10+ years of working experience.
• 5+ years working in procurement, global trade, and supply chain operations.

Required Skills

• Strong working proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle Netsuite.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis experience.
• Global procurement and supply chain management experience.
• Experience in planning and procurement for in-house assembly and packout.
• Possesses strong analytical and data driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally.

Preferred Skills

• Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning experience highly desired.
• Hardware or durable goods manufacturing experience.
• Experience in high growth or scaling companies.
• Fluency in Mandarin and Spanish.

Pay range and compensation package

Work location – While the position can largely be remote, it is expected that the Global Procurement & Trade Manager will be onsite a few days each month for team collaboration and to coordinate inventory count validation. Travel – The position will require periodic travel to interface with supply chain partners and to attend trade shows.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pegasus Solar is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.