Pacific Fusion

Senior Project Engineer, Steel Structures

Albuquerque, NM · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$145k-$185kDetected 21 days ago

AWSSupply ChainProcurementContract ManagementMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

This role requires a top-tier combination of engineering skills, technical expertise, fabrication and construction experience, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to meet the exciting challenges in the field of fusion energy.
As a senior engineer, you will be responsible for turnkey delivery and installation in enabling our fusion technology.
We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

Own execution of heavy fabrication and steel structures scopes across suppliers, internal stakeholders, and build sites
Convert design intent into executable work by driving requests for quotation, scope alignment, technical bid review, purchase order readiness, and fabrication kickoff
Build and maintain detailed execution plans covering engineering deliverables, procurement, fabrication, inspection, shipment, site readiness, installation, and closeout
Coordinate closely with design, supply chain, quality, construction, finance, and leadership to keep critical path scopes moving
Drive vendor engagement from pre-award through delivery, including schedule tracking, technical clarification, progress reviews, risk identification, and recovery planning
Develop and manage fabrication work packages, inspection documentation, nonconformance tracking, and turnover packages
Identify blockers early, escalate clearly, and drive practical solutions to maintain program momentum
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to drive clarity across technical and non-technical teams
Willingness to travel up to 50 percent between San Leandro, vendors, and Albuquerque build sites
Experience working in fast-paced environments with evolving designs and aggressive schedules

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, construction engineering, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in project engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, industrial construction, or related technical execution roles
Experience managing complex vendor-built scopes involving welded assemblies, structural steel, machined components, or industrial systems
Working knowledge of welding, fabrication, inspection, and manufacturing documentation
Familiarity with AWS D1.1, AWS D1.6 or ASME B31.3, and associated industry standards and practices
Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, requests for quotation, inspection plans, and construction or fabrication scopes
Experience in fusion, aerospace, energy, shipbuilding, heavy industrial, or other first-of-a-kind hardware environments
Experience owning supplier scopes from request for quotation through fabrication, delivery, and field installation
Familiarity with field fit-up, weld inspection, nonconformance resolution, and installation sequencing
Experience with large stainless steel structures, vacuum hardware, pressure systems, or custom tooling

Industry-competitive salary
6% employer 401k matching
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 providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment.

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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