About Pacific Fusion

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy.

We are rapidly designing and building a pulsed magnetic fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.

Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders.

About the Role

Job Overview:

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer you will lead the manufacturing and assembly of mechanical components for pulsed power systems integral to our advanced fusion energy systems. This role requires a top-tier combination of technical expertise and manufacturing knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to meet the exciting challenges in the field of fusion energy. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will lead collaborative and challenging projects and play a vital role in driving the overall development effort.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable.
• Review designs and provide critical feedback to engineers to improve system manufacturability and cost at scale.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams in the lab (including electrical, software, and mechanical engineers and technicians) on assembly of system-level designs.
• Lead efforts and work with mechanical engineers to develop assembly and tooling plans for production of various pulser subsystems.
• Generate resource loaded production plans to adhere to an ambitious schedule.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in manufacturing technologies.
• Work with mechanical engineers on the implementation of design changes to facilitate improvements for manufacturing across our system components.
• Participate in risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering required. Master’s Degree is a plus.
• 6+ years work experience as an Engineer.
• Strong understanding of performance, cost, and trade-offs of various manufacturing processes including: sand casting and die-casting aluminum components, forging and welding stainless steel components, injection molding plastics, 3D printing plastics and metals, multi-axis CNC, lathe, and brazing.
• Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturability).
• Strong understanding of production and assembly of mechanical systems. Knowledge of high voltage systems is a plus.
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Proficient knowledge of CAD software, such as Creo or NX CAD.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience in hands-on engineering design, rapid iteration, and creative problem solving in a laboratory setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Industry-competitive salary
• Equity plan
• 6% employer 401k matching
• Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pacific Fusion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment. If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.

Pacific Fusion does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place. In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees. Agencies are requested not to contact Pacific Fusion hiring managers or employees regarding recruiting services.