Pacific Fusion · 9 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
San Leandro, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$156K/yr - $235K/yr
6+ years expPacific Fusion is a company founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems integral to advanced fusion energy systems, requiring a combination of technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
EnergyNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Develop innovative mechanical designs for complex engineering problems while adhering to ambitious timelines
Lead the implementation of design changes and improvements across our systems
Work closely with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable
Provide structural mechanical analysis on various systems
Conduct design reviews and provide critical feedback to improve system performance and reliability
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (including electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers) to integrate system-level designs
Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation and specifications
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in mechanical design and manufacturing technologies
Participate in risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required
6+ years work experience as a Mechanical Engineer
Advanced knowledge of CAD software, Creo being preferred
Experience in the application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Proven track record of developing and launching successful mechanical designs
Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM (Design for Manufacturability)
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
Preferred
A Master's Degree or PhD is a plus
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
Company
Pacific Fusion
Pacific Fusion focuses on renewable energy generation, emphasizing affordable fusion power inspired by nature.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$900M2024-10-25Series A· $900M
Leadership Team
Will Regan
Founder & President
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