Pacific Fusion

Pacific Fusion

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pulsed Power

Fremont, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$200kDetected 1 day ago
PythonMATLABData AnalysisSolidWorksANSYSPLCMechanical DesignPower ElectronicsControlsCOMSOLResearch

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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role35
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level IV)94
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • This role is deeply hands-on and multidisciplinary, requiring expertise across high-voltage systems, controls, diagnostics, and data analysis.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and operate pulsed power systems, including high-voltage and high-current architectures and control systems for pulsed power operation, safety, and automation.
  • Develop tools and workflows for data collection, visualization, and interpretation.
  • Translate experimental results into actionable insights for next-generation pulser design.
  • Lead design reviews, experimental planning, and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and plasma physics teams to iterate and improve designs.
  • Drive continuous improvement in reliability, efficiency, and diagnostic capability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience designing complex systems.
  • Proficiency in circuit simulations (e.g., SPICE, PSCAD, COMSOL, or similar) and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or equivalent tools.
  • Familiarity with engineering modeling and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS, or COMSOL Multiphysics).
  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
  • Prior experience with high-voltage pulsed systems for fusion, plasma research, or accelerator applications.
  • Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in high-voltage or high-energy environments.
  • Experience designing, developing, testing and building prototype mechanical/electrical systems.
  • Proven ability to deliver complex R&D projects on schedule, from concept to prototype to validation.
  • Strong background in electronic design, control systems, and PLC software development.
  • Bonus Points For
  • Hands-on experience integrating diagnostics and controls for high-energy experiments.

Compensation

  • $140,000 - $200,000 USD
  • Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees
  • Industry-competitive salary
  • 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.
  • In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company info

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

Equal opportunity

  • 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.
  • If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.
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