LiquidPiston
LiquidPiston is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to lead materials-focused efforts in support of engine design, development, and testing. This hands-on role is critical to enhancing performance, durability, and manufacturability of engine components operating under extreme mechanical and thermal stresses. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in metallic materials and coatings, a strong understanding of tribology and fatigue behavior, and the ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practical design and manufacturing decisions.
LiquidPiston develops and commercializes a patented rotary combustion technology (the X‑Engine) built around its High‑Efficiency Hybrid Cycle (HEHC). Their compact engines deliver very high power density — up to ~10× the power of comparable piston engines — and roughly 30% better fuel efficiency, making them a strong fit for hybrid‑electric systems and range extenders. Target markets include aviation and unmanned aircraft, portable and stationary generators, industrial and defense applications, and OEM integrations across their X‑mini and XTS platforms.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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