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Pacific Fusion · 1 day ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Vacuum Systems

Los Lunas, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. The Senior Mechanical Engineer - Vacuum Systems will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of cutting-edge vacuum systems, enabling the next generation of fusion technology.

EnergyNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and test advanced vacuum systems for target area chambers and diagnostics

Select and size vacuum components, including pumps, seals, ducts, and valves, ensuring performance in particle-free cryogenic environments

Lead engineering activities from concept development through final onsite commissioning of vacuum equipment and systems

Conduct detailed thermodynamic, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and structural mechanics analyses to support system development

Perform experiments to characterize materials for outgassing, permeability, and vacuum compatibility

Provide solutions to field issues related to vacuum system design and performance

Collaborate cross-functionally to educate and negotiate design requirements within a multidisciplinary team

Qualification

High vacuum systems designVacuum modeling toolsThermodynamic analysisFluid mechanics analysisMaterial characterizationASME BPVC familiarityClean room techniquesCollaboration skills