{"jobs":[{"absolute_url":"https://tempoenergy.com/careers/open-roles/?gh_jid=4280606009","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":4164788009,"location":{"name":"San Diego, California, United States"},"metadata":[{"id":4021472009,"name":"Work Arrangement (internal)","value":["In office"],"value_type":"multi_select"},{"id":4021473009,"name":"Salary Range (internal facing)","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"30.7","min_value":"24.27"},"value_type":"currency_range"}],"id":4280606009,"updated_at":"2026-09-28T14:11:10-04:00","requisition_id":"19","title":"Engineering Technician- Mechanical ","company_name":"Tempo","first_published":"2026-06-11T11:24:51-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Based in San Diego, California, Tempo develops thermochemical energy storage (TCES) systems designed for energy-intensive industries. The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;http://www.tempoenergy.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;www.tempoenergy.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Job Description\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Engineering Technician with strong welding capabilities to produce engineered parts and assemble testing apparatus, instruments, sensors, prototypes, and power electronic components. The ideal candidate is a driven professional who has recently graduated from a strong technical program, has 2–4 years of hands-on experience, and is eager to bring their energy and foundational skills to a fast-paced startup environment. You will work both independently and collaboratively to bring our engineering designs to life. This role is integral to the development and refinement of high-temperature energy storage components, offering an incredible opportunity to work on complex R\u0026amp;amp;D projects and grow your career at the cutting edge of thermochemical energy storage technology.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Interpret 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and spec charts to plan and execute part manufacturing; measure, mark, and cut raw materials accordingly\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Perform TIG/MIG welding on structural assemblies and operate machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, band saws) to create or modify parts\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist in assembling complex mechanical and electromechanical systems as required\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare finished components for dimensional accuracy, weld integrity, and defects for inspection\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Modify and repair parts, prototypes, and test rigs to support agile R\u0026amp;amp;D needs using welding, grinding, cutting, and machining techniques\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work with high-temperature and specialty materials (refractory metals, ceramics, alloys) to meet durability and performance requirements for thermochemical applications\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with engineers to interpret technical drawings, troubleshoot fabrication challenges, and recommend design improvements for manufacturability\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Inspect fabricated and welded components for structural integrity, finish, and dimensional accuracy to ensure parts meet required tolerances\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain welding gear and machine tools in optimal working condition; follow all safety protocols when welding, handling high-temperature materials, and operating machinery\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Record prototype builds, assembly procedures, fabrication parameters, and component modifications, providing real-time feedback to engineering and R\u0026amp;amp;D teams\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;table\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;tbody\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;td\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;Required:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, formal welding certification, or completion of a technical/trade school program\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;2–4 years of hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication, welding, and assembly; experience in an R\u0026amp;amp;D or startup environment a plus\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency in TIG and MIG welding on various metals\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exceptional safety acumen and commitment to safe work practices\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with manual mills, lathes, grinders, and general metalworking tools\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong willingness to learn about high-temperature and specialty materials (ceramics, alloys, refractory metals)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work to tight tolerances\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proactive learner with the ability to assist in troubleshooting basic fabrication challenges.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Clear communicator able to collaborate effectively with engineers and team members in a fast-paced R\u0026amp;amp;D environment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Genuine interest in learning and growing within an R\u0026amp;amp;D or startup environment; comfortable wearing multiple hats to get the job done\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Preferred:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in high-temperature applications, thermal systems, or energy storage\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Knowledge of materials science, particularly around fabrication and welding of heat-resistant materials\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with safety standards and best practices in fabrication and high-temperature R\u0026amp;amp;D settings\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/td\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/tr\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/tbody\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/table\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;table\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;tbody\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;td\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/td\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/tr\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/tbody\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/table\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation Range\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;The US base hourly salary range for this full-time position is $24.27 to $30.76 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Low-ego helpfulness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re willing to jump in on work that isn\u0026#39;t strictly yours, whether that\u0026#39;s helping a teammate debug something, lending a hand in the shop, or flagging an issue you noticed outside your lane. No one here succeeds in a silo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re genuinely interested in how things work, not just your piece of it, but the broader system. Tempo sits at the intersection of chemistry, mechanical engineering, power electronics, and software; the more you understand about the whole, the more valuable you become.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Business awareness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You understand that your work exists in a business context. You think about cost, timeline, and tradeoffs—not just technical elegance—and you make decisions accordingly.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Comfort with ambiguity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Processes here are still being built. You can make progress without a perfect playbook, and you know when to ask for direction versus when to use your judgment and move forward.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Accountability:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You own your outcomes, including the misses. When something goes sideways, the instinct here is to fix it and learn from it, not to explain why it wasn\u0026#39;t your fault.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Tempo reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of those listed above from time to time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including employment and education check.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;California Privacy Notice (CCPA) - \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;In connection with your application, Tempo collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, contact information, employment history, and other information relevant to your candidacy. This information is collected and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your application and administering the hiring process. Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. Tempo reserves the right to pursue and hire such candidates without obligation to the submitting agency.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4004194009,"name":"Engineering","child_ids":[4074806009,4074807009,4074808009],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4002314009,"name":"San Diego HQ","location":"San Diego, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null},{"absolute_url":"https://tempoenergy.com/careers/open-roles/?gh_jid=4457946009","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":4278889009,"location":{"name":"San Diego, CA"},"metadata":[{"id":4021472009,"name":"Work Arrangement (internal)","value":["In office"],"value_type":"multi_select"},{"id":4021473009,"name":"Salary Range (internal facing)","value":{"unit":"USD","max_value":"89953.0","min_value":"71015.0"},"value_type":"currency_range"}],"id":4457946009,"updated_at":"2026-10-20T15:52:57-04:00","requisition_id":"33","title":"Project Engineer ","company_name":"Tempo","first_published":"2026-10-20T12:46:38-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Based in San Diego, California, Tempo develops thermochemical energy storage (TCES) systems designed for energy-intensive industries. The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;http://www.tempoenergy.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;www.tempoenergy.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Position Overview \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Project Engineer with 3 to 5 years of\u0026amp;nbsp;engineering experience to join our multidisciplinary Applications Engineering team,\u0026amp;nbsp;supporting project execution. This role serves as a primary technical bridge between\u0026amp;nbsp;front-end detailed design and field execution, taking engineered and modular process\u0026amp;nbsp;systems from concept through construction and field startup. The role will be\u0026amp;nbsp;responsible for the development of project documents, and ensuring successful field\u0026amp;nbsp;deployment of projects.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The ideal candidate blends strong technical documentation capabilities (PFDs, P\u0026amp;amp;amp;IDs, and SolidWorks) with a rigorous understanding of instrumentation and project\u0026amp;nbsp;execution. This individual should possess direct, field-based commissioning and startup\u0026amp;nbsp;experience.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Core Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ol style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Detailed Design \u0026amp;amp; amp; Engineering Deliverables\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ol\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; 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Startup Execution (Critical)\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ol\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead and support field pre-commissioning checkout, commissioning, and handover activities at customer operating facilities and job sites for our demonstration projects.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Execute point-to-point wiring checks, cold and hot loop checks, valve stroking, instrument calibration verifications, and interlock/safety shutdown testing.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Lead onsite mechanical completions: pressure testing, punch-list creation and closeout, and leak-check verifications.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Provide direct engineering support during startup, tuning, and operational performance testing.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Actively enforce field safety procedures\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: left;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Required Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;text-align: left; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a closely related discipline.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;text-align: left; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Experience: 3 to 5 years of post-graduate engineering experience working in design, fabrication, or field execution roles within process industries.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;text-align: left; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Ability work onsite in San Diego 5 days a week.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation Range \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;The US base salary range for this full-time position is $71,000 to $89,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Tempo reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of those listed above from time to time.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including employment and education check. \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. Tempo reserves the right to pursue and hire such candidates without obligation to the submitting agency.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Low-ego helpfulness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re willing to jump in on work that isn\u0026#39;t strictly yours, whether that\u0026#39;s helping a teammate debug something, lending a hand in the shop, or flagging an issue you noticed outside your lane. No one here succeeds in a silo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re genuinely interested in how things work, not just your piece of it, but the broader system. Tempo sits at the intersection of chemistry, mechanical engineering, power electronics, and software; the more you understand about the whole, the more valuable you become.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Business awareness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You understand that your work exists in a business context. You think about cost, timeline, and tradeoffs—not just technical elegance—and you make decisions accordingly.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Comfort with ambiguity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Processes here are still being built. You can make progress without a perfect playbook, and you know when to ask for direction versus when to use your judgment and move forward.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Accountability:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You own your outcomes, including the misses. When something goes sideways, the instinct here is to fix it and learn from it, not to explain why it wasn\u0026#39;t your fault.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Tempo reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of those listed above from time to time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including employment and education check.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;California Privacy Notice (CCPA) - \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;In connection with your application, Tempo collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, contact information, employment history, and other information relevant to your candidacy. This information is collected and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your application and administering the hiring process. Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. 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The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;http://www.tempoenergy.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;www.tempoenergy.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Job Description\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Purchasing / Material Planner sits at the center of Tempo\u0026#39;s supply chain execution — turning quotes into purchase orders, keeping the master tracker current across every program, and making sure the right materials get to the right place at the right time. This role is highly cross-functional, working daily with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and finance to keep programs on schedule and cost targets on track. \u0026lt;em\u0026gt;This role is classified as a 1099 Independent Contractor position. As a consultant, you will not be a W-2 employee of the company. You will be responsible for your own self-employment taxes, insurance, and equipment. This role does not include company-sponsored benefits, paid time off, or unemployment/workers\u0026#39; compensation coverage.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;RFQ and PO Execution\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare and issue RFQs to suppliers, collect and compare quotes, and support supplier selection.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Place purchase orders and track them through supplier acknowledgement, confirming pricing, lead times, and terms.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Follow up with suppliers to resolve discrepancies and keep POs moving.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Program Tracking\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain the master supplier/part tracker spanning tooling, manufacturing, testing, and shipments.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Flag schedule risks and supply constraints early, and keep stakeholders informed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Keep tracker data accurate and current as programs evolve.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sample and Material Logistics\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Coordinate shipments of samples and materials between Tempo and its suppliers.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Arrange and track supplier-to-supplier shipments.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Troubleshoot logistics issues (customs, carriers, damaged or delayed shipments) to keep material flowing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Cost/BOM Data Maintenance\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain supplier quotes and pricing history to support cost analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain accurate BOM inputs and ensure data ties out across systems.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support cost roll-ups and should-cost comparisons.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Documentation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Keep RFQs, drawings/revisions, and supplier documentation current and organized.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain commercial records (quotes, POs, terms, agreements) for audit and reference.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure documentation aligns with the latest engineering revisions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Requirements/Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials planning (hardware or manufacturing environment preferred).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong organizational skills and comfort owning a high volume of moving pieces across multiple programs at once.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets); ERP or PLM system experience a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Clear written and verbal communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comfortable reading engineering drawings and BOMs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;A proactive, detail-oriented approach — you catch problems before they become delays.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in energy, hardware, or industrial manufacturing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with international shipping/logistics and customs documentation.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exposure to cost modeling or should-cost analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em data-path-to-node=\u0026quot;1\u0026quot; data-index-in-node=\u0026quot;19\u0026quot;\u0026gt;The pay range for this 1099 contract position is $45.00 to $57.00 per hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em data-path-to-node=\u0026quot;2\u0026quot; data-index-in-node=\u0026quot;0\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Please note that as a 1099 independent contractor role, this position does not include company equity or traditional employee benefits.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Low-ego helpfulness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re willing to jump in on work that isn\u0026#39;t strictly yours, whether that\u0026#39;s helping a teammate debug something, lending a hand in the shop, or flagging an issue you noticed outside your lane. No one here succeeds in a silo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re genuinely interested in how things work, not just your piece of it, but the broader system. 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Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. 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The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. 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The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For more information, visit\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;http://www.tempoenergy.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;www.tempoenergy.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Job Description\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;[INSERT JOB DESCRIPTION HERE]\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;[INSERT BULLETS HERE]\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Requirements/Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;[INSERT REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS HERE]\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation Range\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;The US base salary range for this full-time position is \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;[$] to [$] \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;+ equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. 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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. 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Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. 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The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. 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You will tackle extreme engineering challenges, including high-temperature systems with complex power electronic interfaces —while mentoring junior engineers and driving projects across the finish line.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead the design, analysis, and manufacturing of complex mechanical and thermal hardware.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Architect and design systems from the ground up using SolidWorks, ensuring robust application of GD\u0026amp;amp;T.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct advanced structural (FEA) and thermal (COMSOL) analyses on systems operating in extreme environments (up to 1500°C).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Design custom steel and aluminum weldments, overseeing their fabrication and quality.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Architect and implement data acquisition (DAQ) systems and instrumentation to validate prototype performance.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Act as a technical authority for DFM/DFA, frequently utilizing hands-on fabrication skills (welding, machining) to iterate rapidly.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Take full ownership of project life cycles, navigating the ambiguities of a startup environment to deliver hardware on tight timelines.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Basic Qualifications\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor\u0026#39;s degree in mechanical engineering.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5+ years of professional design and/or hands-on manufacturing experience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prior experience in a startup or highly dynamic engineering environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Preferred Skills and Experience\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Master\u0026#39;s degree in mechanical engineering or other comparable engineering disciplines.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working with contract manufacturers.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Understanding and proper application of GD\u0026amp;amp;T.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with CAD (SolidWorks).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience performing thermal analysis (COMSOL).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with steel and/or aluminum weldment design and analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with high-temperature (up to 1500°C) system design and analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hands-on design, design for manufacturability (DFM), and fabrication experience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with common fabrication methods and tools (welder, router, mill, lathe, hand tools, etc.).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Data acquisition and instrumentation experience (thermocouples, pressure sensors, electrical sensors, flow sensors, oxygen sensors, etc…).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compensation Range\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;The US base salary range for this full-time position is $186,000 to $206,900 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Low-ego helpfulness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re willing to jump in on work that isn\u0026#39;t strictly yours, whether that\u0026#39;s helping a teammate debug something, lending a hand in the shop, or flagging an issue you noticed outside your lane. No one here succeeds in a silo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re genuinely interested in how things work, not just your piece of it, but the broader system. 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When something goes sideways, the instinct here is to fix it and learn from it, not to explain why it wasn\u0026#39;t your fault.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Tempo reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of those listed above from time to time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including employment and education check.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;California Privacy Notice (CCPA) - \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;In connection with your application, Tempo collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, contact information, employment history, and other information relevant to your candidacy. This information is collected and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your application and administering the hiring process. Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. 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The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;http://www.tempoenergy.com/\u0026quot;\u0026gt;www.tempoenergy.com\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Job Description\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Staff Materials Engineer will lead complex materials development and quality initiatives that directly impact product reliability, manufacturability, and supplier readiness. This role combines deep technical expertise in ceramic materials with ownership of quality systems, process control strategies, supplier qualification, and scale-up readiness.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This experienced Materials Engineer will operate as a technical leader across R\u0026amp;amp;D, manufacturing, and supplier organizations, ensuring that materials, processes, and inspection methodologies consistently produce reliable outcomes. Beyond project execution, this role establishes standards, develops quality frameworks, mentors engineers, and drives continuous improvement across the organization.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This position is particularly suited for an engineer with significant experience in ceramic manufacturing, quality assurance, process control, failure analysis, and supplier qualification.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Innovation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead efforts around material development with desired electro/thermo-physical properties\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conceive and implement material testing and qualification strategies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Quality Systems \u0026amp;amp; Manufacturing Excellence\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Establish QA/QC methodologies for ceramic materials, components, and manufacturing processes.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop inspection plans, control plans, acceptance criteria, and statistical process control methodologies.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead root-cause investigations for material failures, process deviations, yield losses, and field performance issues.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop incoming, in-process, and final inspection strategies for ceramic products.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Drive implementation of quality systems with internal teams and external manufacturing partners.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Define critical-to-quality (CTQ) characteristics and process capability targets.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Supplier Quality \u0026amp;amp; 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Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Physical Demands\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Sitting and standing: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Extended periods at a desk performing computer-based design, simulation, and documentation work.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lifting and carrying : \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.; heavier items handled with mechanical assistance or team lift\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Travel: \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Occasional travel (estimated \u0026amp;lt;5%)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Working at Tempo\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Tempo is a lean organization working on exciting challenges, and the people who thrive here share a few things in common beyond their technical skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Clear, direct communication:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you\u0026#39;re unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked. At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Low-ego helpfulness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re willing to jump in on work that isn\u0026#39;t strictly yours, whether that\u0026#39;s helping a teammate debug something, lending a hand in the shop, or flagging an issue you noticed outside your lane. No one here succeeds in a silo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Intellectual curiosity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You\u0026#39;re genuinely interested in how things work, not just your piece of it, but the broader system. Tempo sits at the intersection of chemistry, mechanical engineering, power electronics, and software; the more you understand about the whole, the more valuable you become.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Business awareness:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You understand that your work exists in a business context. You think about cost, timeline, and tradeoffs—not just technical elegance—and you make decisions accordingly.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Comfort with ambiguity:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; Processes here are still being built. You can make progress without a perfect playbook, and you know when to ask for direction versus when to use your judgment and move forward.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Accountability:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; You own your outcomes, including the misses. When something goes sideways, the instinct here is to fix it and learn from it, not to explain why it wasn\u0026#39;t your fault.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Tempo reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of those listed above from time to time.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.\u0026amp;nbsp; Tempo participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including employment and education check.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;California Privacy Notice (CCPA) - \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;In connection with your application, Tempo collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, contact information, employment history, and other information relevant to your candidacy. This information is collected and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your application and administering the hiring process. Tempo does not sell applicants\u0026#39; personal information. For more information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact HR.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(126, 140, 141);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Tempo does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from external recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms. Submission of unsolicited resumes by any external agency — whether to a Tempo employee, hiring manager, or any other representative — does not constitute or imply an agreement for placement fees, and Tempo will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions under any circumstances. Any candidate submitted without a prior, fully executed, written fee agreement between the agency and Tempo\u0026#39;s Human Resources department will be deemed the sole property of Tempo. Tempo reserves the right to pursue and hire such candidates without obligation to the submitting agency.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4004193009,"name":"Technology and Innovation","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4002314009,"name":"San Diego HQ","location":"San Diego, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}],"meta":{"total":6}}