Pacific Fusion · 1 month ago
Senior Precision Machinist
San Leandro, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$46.30/hr - $69.42/hrPacific Fusion is a company focused on providing clean energy solutions through advanced fusion technology. The Senior Precision Machinist will be responsible for fabricating precision components for engineering systems, collaborating with engineers and physicists throughout the design and fabrication process.
EnergyNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Machine high precision components to single micron tolerances
Operate a wide variety of machining tools from manual lathes and mills to CNC single point diamond turning lathes and 5-axis mills
Program CNC equipment using G-Code, macro, or parametric programming
Utilize CAD/CAM software such as Mastercam to analyze part models and program machining equipment
Inspect and measure components with tight tolerances to ensure specifications are met using a variety of optical inspection tools
Develop process to fabricate components including fixturing and machining strategies
Select equipment needed for a new production machining and inspection environment
Work closely with a team of engineers and designers to guide part design for manufacturability
Qualification
Required
Experience with single point diamond turning and 5-axis CNC machining of millimeter scale parts
Extensive CNC programming background with software such as Mastercam to analyze part models, design components, and program machining equipment
Strong understanding of standard machine shop inspection tools as well as optical instruments such as a measuring microscope, white light interferometer, and laser micrometer
Proficiency in reading engineering drawings with and good understanding of GD&T
Highly organized with ability to track multiple production processes and product lines concurrently
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians
Preferred
Experience selecting equipment for initial machine shop set up including tools, inspection equipment, fixturing, and all other necessary supplies to run an efficient manufacturing shop
Familiarity with a wide variety of CNC machine control platforms such as FANUC, Haas, Okuma, and Heidenhain
Experience with design and implementation of vacuum fixturing for machining and workholding
Experience diamond turning large (>1ft diameter) optics or metal forms
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.
Founded in 2023
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$900M2024-10-25Series A· $900M
Leadership Team
Will Regan
Chief Scientist
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