Why This Role Matters

We're looking for a Senior Technical Recruiter who loves building teams as much as building relationships. You'll be a strategic partner to hiring managers, a trusted guide for candidates, and an important part of how we grow. This role sits close to the work — you'll collaborate with engineering leaders and cross-functional teams to hire across our expanding technical disciplines, and you'll do it as part of a team that genuinely values curiosity, bold thinking, and collaboration.

This is an on-site role based in the Bay Area.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end recruiting across mechanical and electrical engineering, experimental physics, manufacturing, and other technical teams.
• Partner closely with leaders and engineers to understand what exceptional looks like for each role, well beyond the job description.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with talent across fusion, aerospace, defense, and adjacent deep tech fields.
• Advise hiring managers on interview structure, candidate evaluation, leveling, and compensation.
• Balance a portfolio of complex, specialized requisitions with equal care for quality and candidate experience.
• Keep pipelines healthy, data clean, and reporting actionable in our ATS.
• Help raise the bar on interview quality and consistency, supporting the team in making thoughtful, well-informed hiring decisions.
• Contribute to and improve recruiting processes as we scale.
• Serve as a trusted advocate for both candidates and hiring teams throughout the process.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience.
• Background recruiting for specialized scientific, research, or hardware engineering roles.
• Intellectual curiosity about the work you recruit for, enough to ask sharp questions and spot strong candidates.
• A track record of building genuine trust with hiring managers and technical stakeholders.
• Comfort with ambiguity: talent pools without obvious sourcing channels and hiring managers still shaping what they need.
• Warmth, patience, and professionalism with every candidate, at every stage.
• Resourceful and persistent in finding the right people, even when the path isn't obvious.
• Energized by fast-moving environments where priorities evolve and no two days look the same.

Bonus Points For

• Passion for clean energy, deep tech, or mission-driven work.
• Experience recruiting in aerospace, energy, or advanced manufacturing.
• An existing network within physics, national lab, or deep tech engineering communities.

Why This Role Matters

Fusion is the most important energy story of this century. Most people don’t understand it, and we hope to change that. 

We are hiring our first in-house Producer & Editor to define how Pacific Fusion shows up visually.

This is a foundational role. You will be our first visual storyteller, helping people see that what we’re building is real (and incredibly exciting). 

You’ll have front-row access to fusion hardware, pulsed-power modules, manufacturing build-outs in New Mexico, and the engineers turning ignition science into infrastructure.

What Success Looks Like

• Pacific Fusion develops a recognizable identity in photography and video — cinematic, precise, grounded in reality
• Our modular pulsed-power systems become easier to understand for non-experts
• We create a portfolio of milestone updates, behind-the-scenes engineering footage, recruiting stories, and strategic narratives that can be used to create a steady drumbeat of external content – or communicate our progress to specialized audiences internally 
• Video becomes a primary trust-building asset for the company

What You'll Do

• Tell the engineering story visually: Capture and edit high-quality video footage and still photos of pulser-driven inertial fusion systems (ie, pulsed-power modules, capacitor banks, target systems, and facility builds)
• Translate complexity into clarity: Turn nanoseconds, terawatts, and ignition science into accessible visual narratives
• Own end-to-end production: Concept, pre-production, shooting, editing, finishing, publishing
• Document milestones: Capture key technical demonstrations, module builds, facility groundbreakings, and commissioning moments
• Shape employer brand: Interview engineers, technicians, operators, and leadership to show what it’s like to build fusion
• Support executive storytelling: Film and produce executive thought leadership and social media (LinkedIn) content
• Support internal communications: Support internal awards and recognition with multimedia and manage company photography
• Create platform-native content: Short-form for social, mid-form explainers, longer documentary-style pieces for both broad and specialist audiences 
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Be comfortable working with engineering and technical teams in addition to comms, operations and external affairs to align on narrative

What A Typical Week Might Look Like

• Film a pulsed-power module test in our Bay Area build center 
• Fly to Albuquerque to document construction progress on the Demonstration System facility
• Edit a 90-second milestone video for investors
• Capture behind-the-scenes footage during a national lab collaboration
• Produce a recruiting spotlight on a systems engineer
• Continue building footage for a 15-min documentary

What You Bring

• You’re a self-starter, who manages your own time, works independently and is comfortable liaising directly with leadership/technical teams
• You see stories unfolding and instinctively start filming and/or photographing
• You’re fascinated by science and hard tech, and you’re eager to document the progress of a first-of-a-kind energy project
• You can sit in on a technical meeting in which key decisions are made and think through how to tell a complex story visually and effectively without disrupting the conversation
• You are fluent in video, photographer and editing tools and know how to operate a drone
• You understand pacing, composition, and documentary-style storytelling
• You are organized and easily manage timelines, structured file systems, and scalable workflows
• You are comfortable traveling between California and New Mexico
• You have a portfolio that demonstrates compelling storytelling across product, technology, or hard-tech environments

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion will continue to generate quantitative data at an exponentially increasing rate as we evolve from pulser hardware prototypes to mass pulser component production to continuous operations at the Demonstration System. Curation of this data for efficient analysis, consumption, and action is critical to rapid execution. As Senior Full Stack Developer, you will architect and develop data acquisition systems and web front ends for Pacific Fusion’s growing need for full stack applications for recipe management, data acquisition, and data processing. This includes architecting and developing databases and database schemas, developing apis to access data, and front end react applications to manage and present data for the pulser factory and, later, the Demonstration System. 

What You'll Do

• Design and implement the front end and user experience for the pulser factory hardware testing systems, reducing the time it takes to build, commission, and deliver over one hundred shipping-container sized pulser modules
• Design and Create Figma or equivalent demos for UIs to get consensus for look and feel of the UI by stakeholders
• Define database schemas and deploy the database systems to store heterogenous data from controls systems, hardware testing equipment, and eventually experimental diagnostics on the Demonstration System
• Architect the data flow and user experience for Pacific Fusion’s Demonstration System, aggregating disparate data from dozens of diagnostics into actionable distillations for the scientific staff. Build and lead a team to deliver this mission critical system
• Relentlessly accelerate the software-driven data lifecycle on the demonstration system, reducing the time from experiment to analysis to decision
• Partner with top fusion scientists to hone data-driven decision making processes for achieving major objectives like facility gain in the fastest time possible
• Understand the technical decision making needs and drive decisions and implementation on how to analyze and visualize massive datasets
• Lead by example in excellence in execution, delivering well-designed software systems and driving company culture towards rigorous, expeditious, and risk-conscious execution

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience expertise in developing interactive web apps with React
• Strong experience with data streaming and messaging systems
• Strong database systems knowledge
• Strong experience in back end application development
• Competency with CI/CD workflows and tooling
• Excellent interpersonal skills to carefully understand system requirements and efficiently enable end users to meet business objectives
• Track record of driving strategic decisions with high volume yet uncertain data

Bonus Points For

• Experience working in hard tech industries such as: fusion, aerospace, EVs, energy, robotics 
• Experience working closely with PhD scientists and R&D technology organizations
• Familiarity with database systems used for quantitative data
• Experience growing and leading teams in a fast paced environment

Why This Role Matters

As an Electro-Mechanical Build Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and delivery teams in setting up automated manufacturing lines and in the assembly, testing, and validation of electrical and mechanical components integral to our fusion energy systems. Your technical skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach are fundamental to our success.

What You'll Do

• Lead the assembly, installation, and maintenance of our fusion systems.

• Receive deliveries and control inventory of equipment and manufacturing supplies.

• Rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications.

• Support the engineering team during the design, development, and testing phases of the fusion system.

• Help troubleshoot, repair, and optimize equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (including electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers) to ensure systems integration and effectiveness.

• Play a key role in setting up the manufacturing site by installing equipment, facilities, and storage.

• Draft and finalize SOPs, safety procedures, and other related documentation.

• Maintain the manufacturing environment via 5S principles, ensuring that all tools, equipment, and workspaces are clean, safe, and organized.

• Comply with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements, including ISO, state, and federal regulations, as well as those specific to the company.

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a technician in a hands-on setting.

• Familiarity with CAD software and technical drawings for viewing and interpreting design schematics is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems.

• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols.

• Extensive experience driving a forklift and using hand power tools.

• Strong communication skills and experience with in person and remote communication with other technicians and engineers.

• Experience with automation equipment and processes is a plus.

• Experience in setting up a new manufacturing facility, ideally in a startup environment is a plus.

• Experience owning and mastering machine shop tools, particularly lathe, mill, CNC, drill press, etc is a plus.

• Experience with building out a team by interviewing, hiring, and training other technicians is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the physical ability to squat, reach, climb, prolonged periods of standing, frequent lifting of objects up to 50 lbs, and regular hands-on work with tools and equipment in the laboratory.

Bonus Points For 

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience with hands-on tasks such as machining, welding, construction, auto mechanics, or other similar.

Why This Role Matters

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and integration of complex vacuum seal systems for our pulsed magnetic inertial fusion platform. This role focuses on designing robust seals for high-vacuum, air, and water interfaces exposed to extreme fusion conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and analyze large, high-performance vacuum seals for water-to-air, air-to-high-vacuum, and water-to-high-vacuum transitions

• Lead experimental design and testing of vacuum seals in collaboration with internal teams, external vendors, and academic partners

• Conduct research into novel sealing techniques; define, execute, and evaluate test campaigns

• Perform FMEA and tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure seal reliability and system safety

• Design test assemblies for seal validation and risk-reduction

• Review and present technical work across multidisciplinary teams; contribute to system-level integration discussions

• Provide subject-matter expertise in sealing strategies and guide the integration of vacuum seals into the fusion target area

• Document sealing processes, validation data, and lessons learned

• Mentor and support junior engineers on vacuum system design and integration challenges

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience

• 8+ years of mechanical design experience with a focus on vacuum seals and systems, including rough, high, and ultra-high vacuum environments

• Strong proficiency in CAD, FEM, and engineering analysis tools

• Proven expertise in tolerance analysis, FMEA, seal design, and mechanical integration

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a customer-focused IT Support Engineer to provide onsite technical support at our San Leandro facility and assist at other Bay Area locations as needed. This role is responsible for delivering timely end-user support, managing user accounts and devices, supporting onboarding and offboarding processes, and helping maintain secure and reliable IT operations.

In addition to providing direct support, this position serves as an escalation point for more complex technical issues and plays an important role in supporting engineering workstations, endpoint management, and overall IT service reliability. The ideal candidate is hands-on, resourceful, and able to work independently while maintaining a consistent, approachable, and positive attitude when supporting employees.

This position plays an important role in ensuring staff have reliable access to the technology and systems they need to perform their work effectively.

This is a fully onsite position based at our San Leandro facility, with some local and infrequent out-of-state travel as needed.

What You'll Do

End-User Support

• Provide onsite and desk-side technical support for hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Respond to service desk tickets, troubleshoot issues, and resolve or escalate as appropriate
• Serve as an escalation point for more complex or unresolved technical issues
• Support Windows and macOS systems, including laptops, desktops, engineering workstations, mobile devices, and printers
• Deliver professional, responsive, and customer-focused support
• Maintain a consistent, approachable, and positive attitude when assisting users
• Provide support for conference room systems and collaboration technology

Identity & Access Management

• Create, modify, and disable user accounts in Microsoft Entra ID
• Manage user access, group memberships, and permissions
• Troubleshoot authentication and access-related issues
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring timely and secure provisioning and deprovisioning

Device Deployment & Endpoint Management

• Prepare, configure, deploy, and support end-user computers and equipment
• Utilize endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune
• Troubleshoot device configuration and management issues
• Perform system updates, patching, and routine maintenance
• Ensure endpoints meet company security and compliance standards
• Assist with deployment and support of workstation-class systems

Hardware Support & Asset Management

• Troubleshoot hardware issues and coordinate vendor support or warranty service as needed
• Support high-performance workstations and specialized equipment as required
• Maintain accurate inventory and asset management records
• Track hardware lifecycle from procurement through decommissioning

SaaS & Application Support

• Provide user administration and support for SaaS and cloud-based applications
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving application access or functionality issues
• Support standard business and productivity platforms, including Microsoft 365
• Assist with installation, configuration, and support of approved software applications

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Document IT procedures, troubleshooting steps, and knowledge base articles
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, resolutions, and system configurations
• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency
• Assist in identifying and resolving recurring technical issues
• Provide guidance and support to junior IT staff as needed

What You Bring

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• 3+ years of experience in IT support, help desk, or desktop support
• Experience with computer preparation and deployment processes
• Strong working knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID or similar identity management platforms
• Experience with endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Resourceful and able to work independently
• Ability to maintain a professional, positive, and service-oriented demeanor
• Ability and willingness to travel locally and occasionally out of state
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 40 lbs

Bonus Points For

• Experience supporting engineering or technical teams
• Experience supporting workstation-class hardware
• Experience supporting Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar)
• Experience supporting SaaS and cloud-based applications
• Experience with asset management systems
• CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or similar certification

Why This Role Matters

As the Infrastructure Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the
integration of mechanical building system requirements for our nuclear fusion
demonstration system. You will work across several teams to develop the
building systems which enables us to achieve net facility gain. During
construction you will work with design consulting engineering and contractors to
ensure a quality installation which can be safely maintained. Following
construction, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and future
upgrades of the building systems.

This position is based in Albuquerque, NM and will require up to 50% travel to
our San Leandro, CA facility during the design and permitting process.

What You'll Do

• Develop facility mechanical equipment requirements and guidelines for
  building systems including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and other
  infrastructure systems.
• Assist in the design and development of utility systems including
  pneumatic, fluid, and vacuum systems.
• Interface with engineers, scientists, and technicians to obtain facility
  mechanical inputs.
• Work with the Infrastructure Design Team to ensure building mechanical
  systems are documented and designed appropriately for permitting
  design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Develop building systems commissioning, maintenance, and operations
  plans.

What You Bring

• Minimum BS, Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 7+ years of experience working in design, construction, facility
  operations, and commissioning for industrial, manufacturing, or
  research facilities
• Experience with HVAC, process piping, fire sprinkler, and plumbing
  systems
• Hands on experience with industrial, manufacturing, or research facility
  commissioning and operations
• Strong multidisciplinary program management skills and ability to work
  diligently across cross functional teams
• Proactive, doer, and self starter mindset
• Cooperative and positive attitude which influences your peers to be the
  best versions of themselves
• Track record of reliability and ability to drive results

Bonus Points For

• PE license
• Experience working in a startup
• Experience working in industries such as: fusion, energy, aerospace,
  chemical

Why This Role Matters

As the Infrastructure Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the integration of facility electrical equipment for our nuclear fusion demonstration
system. You will work across several teams to develop the facility electrical equipment which enables us to achieve net facility gain. During construction you will work with design consulting engineering and contractors to ensure a quality installation which can be safely maintained. Following construction, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and future upgrades of the facility electrical equipment. This position is based in Albuquerque, NM and will require up to 50% travel to our San Leandro, CA facility during the design and permitting process.

What You'll Do

• Develop facility electrical equipment requirements and guidelines for
  building systems including electrical infrastructure, building electrical
  systems, backup power, and energy management systems.
• Assist in the design and development of building electrical systems.
• Interface with engineers, scientists, and technicians to obtain facility
  electrical inputs.
• Work with the Infrastructure Design Team to ensure building electrical
  systems are documented and designed appropriately for permitting
  design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Develop electrical equipment commissioning, maintenance, and
  operations plans.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and future upgrades of building
  electrical systems.

What You Bring

• Minimum BS, Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 7+ years of experience working in design, construction, facility
  operations, and commissioning for industrial, manufacturing, or
  research facilities
• Experience with medium and low voltage AC systems and high voltage
  DC systems
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E
• Hands on experience with industrial, manufacturing, or research facility
  commissioning and operations
• Strong multidisciplinary program management skills and ability to work
  diligently across cross functional teams
• Proactive, doer,  with a self starter mindset
• Cooperative and positive attitude which influences your peers to be the
  best versions of themselves
• Track record of reliability and ability to drive results

Bonus Points For

• PE license
• Experience working in a startup environment 
• Experience working in industries such as: fusion, energy, aerospace, or
  chemical

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Measurement Engineer - Lab Experiments to design, build, operate, and advance our pulsed power systems — the core of our experimental fusion platform. This role is deeply hands-on and multidisciplinary, requiring expertise across high-voltage systems, controls, diagnostics, and data analysis. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with the ability to lead R&D workflows, collaborate across disciplines, and take ownership of system performance and development.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, and operate pulsed power systems, including high-voltage and high-current architectures.
• Design, build, and operate control systems for pulsed power operation, safety, and automation.
• Rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications.
• Operate pulsed power systems during testing and data acquisition campaigns, including occasional work outside regular business hours.
• Ensure safe, reliable operation of high-energy systems in accordance with company safety protocols.
• Acquire, process, and analyze data from pulsed power experiments to evaluate system performance and stability.
• Develop tools and workflows for data collection, visualization, and interpretation.
• Translate experimental results into actionable insights for next-generation pulser design.
• Take ownership of pulsed power subsystem advancement and roadmap execution.
• 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.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing and operating pulsed power systems and related experiments.
• Proven ability to deliver complex R&D projects on schedule, from concept to prototype to validation.
• Experience building and managing multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists.
• Expertise in pulse power and plasma diagnostics, including voltage, current, and optical instrumentation.
• Strong background in electronic design, control systems, and PLC software development.
• Experience with vacuum systems design, operation, and diagnostics.
• 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).

Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Prior experience with high-voltage pulsed systems for fusion, plasma research, or accelerator applications.
• Hands-on experience integrating diagnostics and controls for high-energy experiments.
• Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in high-voltage or high-energy environments.

Why This Role Matters

As a Senior Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for fabricating, installing, repairing, and maintaining critical electrical components across a variety of systems. You will work with several teams to create controls equipment and be a key link between these teams in perpetuating a culture of good communication.  Your activities will directly support the mission of achieving net facility gain, as such there is an expectation that this role will participate in the continued technical and professional growth that is required to achieve this goal.

This position is primarily based in San Leandro, CA.  Traveling will be required to support installation and commissioning activities in Albuquerque, NM.

What You'll Do

• Build Electrical Control cabinets (wall mount, free standing, Rack server enclosures)
• Build complex cable harness fabrication
• Schematic interpretation and ability to recognize and understand diagnostics
• Implement best practices with signal routing and cable shielding techniques
• Integrate electrical components into large mechanical assemblies
• Work with large and complex systems including but not limited to vacuum systems
• Perform configuration as required of controls equipment
• Help document and maintain configurations of controls equipment
• Support Terminations, commissioning and troubleshooting activities
• Support start-up and commissioning of equipment
• Role is expected to have minimal guidance and supervision, and an expectation of independence to perform job duties

What You Bring

• 10+ years with deep hands-on assembly/testing background
• Experienced in wiring, soldering, cabinet building, and cable routing (including fine gauge like 36 AWG)
• Familiar with detailed schematics, clean labeling practices, component traceability
• Knowledge of UL 508A, NFPA 70, control systems, complex signal types (TCP/IP, EtherCAT, Serial, etc.)
• Hands on experience with industrial, manufacturing, or research facility commissioning and operations
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, build/test/iterate environment

Bonus Points For

• Associates or technical degree
• Experience with PLC(Programmable Logic Controllers) or IPC(Industrial PC’s)
• EPLAN( any CAD platform) experience
• Experience working in a startup
• Experience working in industries such as: fusion, energy, aerospace, chemical
• Experience working closely with engineers, designers and technicians

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. Based in Fremont, CA, Pacific is building multiple pulsed power-based drivers from the ground up. You will lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems integral to our advanced pulsed magnetic inertial fusion energy systems. The primary focus of this role will be converting engineering models into high-fidelity 3D renders and technical animations.

What You'll Do 

• Develop innovative mechanical designs for complex engineering problems while adhering to ambitious timelines.
• Maintain internal technical documentation and visual assembly guides within the company repository.
• Lead the end-to-end development process, taking conceptual whiteboard sketches through to fully realized, production-ready mechanical products
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (including electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers) to integrate system-level designs
• Create 3D renders and technical animations using Creo data for internal design reviews.
• Transform raw engineering models into high-fidelity visual assets for executive-level decision-making.
• Identify potential mechanical interference or assembly challenges using high-resolution visual simulations.

What You Bring.

• Dedicated work experience in mechanical design
• Advanced proficiency in CAD packages as well as Blender/Render
• Portfolio of work demonstrating high-end technical rendering
• Ability to present complex mechanical concepts clearly through visual storytelling

Why This Role Matters

As the Senior Facilities Engineer, you will be the primary technical bridge
between our fusion demonstration system design team and the facility
infrastructure. This is a high-impact role responsible for the integration of
complex mechanical and electrical systems that power and support our fusion
demonstration system. You will manage the interface where cutting-edge
science meets industrial-scale engineering, overseeing design consultants to
develop bespoke hardware and ensuring the facility's infrastructure is perfectly
synchronized with the machine’s operational requirements.
This position is based in Albuquerque, NM, and will require up to 50% travel to
our San Leandro, CA facility for the first year to embed with the design team
during the critical engineering phase.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the interface between the fusion demonstration system design
  and the facility infrastructure, ensuring M&E systems (power, cooling,
  and utilities) meet stringent scientific requirements
• Manage relationships and technical deliverables with external design
  consultants to develop large-scale mechanical and electrical hardware
  supporting the system
• Work with the Infrastructure Design Team to ensure facility systems are
  documented and designed appropriately for permitting, construction,
  and long-term operations
• Support the physical assembly and construction of the fusion
  demonstration system, coordinating the installation of critical
  subsystems within the facility
• Support the development of utility systems including high-voltage
  electrical distribution, specialized cooling loops, and vacuum system
  infrastructure
• Support the commissioning and transition of building systems from
  construction into full-scale research operations

What You Bring

• Minimum BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Dual-discipline
  familiarity is a significant plus)
• 10+ years of experience in the design, construction, and
  commissioning of large-scale industrial or scientific research facilities
• Proven track record managing complex M&E infrastructure, including
  high-voltage power, process piping, and industrial cooling
• Significant experience managing engineering consultants and large-
  scale hardware procurement contracts
• Proactive, "DOer," and self-starter capable of navigating the ambiguity
  of a first-of-a-kind research project
• A positive attitude and the ability to influence cross-functional teams of
  scientists, engineers, and contractors

Bonus Points For

• Previous experience at a National Laboratory (e.g., SNL, LANL, LLNL)
  or similar highly-regulated research environments
• Experience overseeing construction or facilities involving radiological
  shielding, hot cells, or other high-energy physics hazards
• Knowledge of pulsed-power infrastructure, ultra-high vacuum (UHV)
  environments, or cryogenic systems
• PE (Professional Engineer) license
• Experience working closely with PhD scientists and R&D organizations
  to translate theoretical needs into physical hardware

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an experienced & versatile Senior Project Engineer - Steel Structures to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy.  You will lead the procurement, contract management, installation and commissioning of structural steel systems such as tanks, equipment platforms, and structural steel components for holding, lifting, moving and positioning critical equipment. 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.

What You'll Do

• 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
• Support fabrication and installation planning across San Leandro, CA, Albuquerque, NM, and supplier locations, with travel up to 50 percent as needed
• Ensure work is executed to the required standards for safety, quality, cost, and schedule
• Identify blockers early, escalate clearly, and drive practical solutions to maintain program momentum

What You Bring

• 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
• Strong schedule management and cross-functional coordination skills
• 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

Bonus Points For

• 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
• Hands-on familiarity with welding, fabrication, and construction means and methods
• Experience with large stainless steel structures, vacuum hardware, pressure systems, or custom tooling
• Experience working in fast-paced environments with evolving designs and aggressive schedules

Why This Role Matters

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for evaluating current manual processes and making them more efficient, robust  and reliable through improved instructions, tooling or implementing automation solutions.  This role is ideal for someone with strong factory-floor instincts, who understands how to build things at rate and with an eye towards economics based automation in the real world—not just on paper—and who thrives in a fast-moving, build-focused environment. In this role your work will optimize processes and enable production employees, engineers and scientists across the organization as they bring our demonstration system online.

What You'll Do

• Set-up and analyze manufacturing processes to identify assembly sequence and tooling improvements as well as automation opportunities that reduce labor and increase throughput, capacity, capability, and yield
• Collaborate with design engineering to influence product DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability/Automation) to ease automation integration
• Design and develop tools that aid in error free assembly, improve safety and quality
• Write and or edit electronic work instructions for repetitive assembly steps to document the best known practices,  incorporate inspection steps to verify quality, document traceability and data collection steps as needed
• Specify, source, and deploy off-the-shelf or custom automation equipment including conveyors, actuators, robotics, inspection stations, and tooling
• Write and maintain documentation for equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Support process development and initial production, with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Facilitate change management on the facility floor; including manufacturing validation
• Partner closely with area managers, manufacturing technicians, mechanical engineers, and quality to ensure equipment performance aligns with production goals

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related equivalent experience in this field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or automation in a relatable production environment
• Hands-on experience developing and integrating automation equipment, including mechanical and control systems (pneumatics, motion control, sensors)
• Experience with robotic arms (e.g., UR, Fanuc, ABB), end-of-arm tooling, and collaborative automation
• Strong CAD proficiency (e.g., PTC Creo) and ability to design tooling and fixturing
• Demonstrated capability with PLCs, industrial communication protocols, and control systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
• Solid understanding of process validation, process capability, and yield improvement methodologies and dashboard reporting showing system health
• Experience managing external automation integrators or machine builders
• Familiarity with MES, SCADA, or factory data collection tools
• Comfortable operating in an evolving, ambiguous, and cross-functional startup environment

Bonus Points For

• Background in electromechanical product assembly or electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiarity with datavis tools and visual factory concepts that use dashboards, IoT data, and visual tools to display real-time facility performance.
• Proficiency with Twincat, Python or similar scripting languages for automation/data acquisition.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer – Fluid Systems to help create the path to commercial fusion energy. You will take ownership of fluid system development and deployment in support of our demonstration system, solving multidisciplinary engineering problems necessary for proving net-facility gain using pulsed magnetic inertial fusion. This role reports to the Senior Process Engineer in Pulser Engineering and sits at the intersection of fluid systems design, thermal management, and hands-on hardware integration. You will work onsite at our Fremont, CA office, with periodic collaboration at our San Leandro, CA Build Center.

What you'll do

• Take full ownership of fluid system designs — including thermal and structural subsystem considerations — continuously refining design specifications to meet evolving system requirements.
• Develop novel hardware solutions by leveraging historical engineering knowledge and first-principles thinking, and validate these solutions through rigorous testing.
• Design fluid system hardware and process engineering tools (ePLAN), conducting detailed analysis with specialized in-house and external tools
• Lead designs from concept through fabrication and test, building and testing assemblies in our Fremont Research High Bay and San Leandro Build Center.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams — including electrical, software, manufacturing, and pulser engineering — to deliver integrated system-level designs.
• Work closely with experienced technicians to implement and integrate hardware designs hands-on.
• Conduct and participate in design reviews, utilizing feedback to achieve fully functional, production-ready systems.
• Address and resolve hardware development issues that arise on integrated fluid system components.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation, drawings, and specifications for fluid systems.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline; Master's or PhD is a plus.
• 7+ years of professional experience delivering on full-scope engineering projects, including schedule ownership.
• Experience applying engineering first-principles and method-based thinking to challenging problems.
• Hands-on exposure across multiple engineering disciplines, including fluids, mechanical, structural, and thermal.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo Parametric preferred) and strong 3D modeling habits.
• Experience with analytical tools such as MATLAB, Simulink Simscape, ANSYS Fluent, or equivalent.
• Proven track record of taking mechanical designs from concept through fabrication and test.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory or prototype environments — comfortable with rapid iteration and ambiguity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate trade-offs clearly across disciplines.

Bonus Points

• Experience in fusion, plasma physics, accelerator physics, defense, or other high-consequence technical environments.
• Familiarity with process engineering tools such as ePLAN.
• Exposure to large-scale thermal management systems, coolant loops, or industrial fluid handling.
• Experience with vacuum systems, cryogenics, high-voltage hardware, or pulsed power components.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. You will lead the design, detailed structural analysis, integration, and validation of large structures, and systems integral to our advanced fusion energy systems. This role requires a top-tier combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to meet the exciting challenges in the field of fusion energy. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead collaborative and challenging projects, mentor junior engineers, and play a vital role in driving the overall development effort

What You'll Do

• Conduct detailed design, structural analysis, and calculations for steel structures integral to our fusion demonstration system. Develop solutions that prioritize integrity, manufacturability, modularity, and durability. 
• Optimize and “future-proof” critical steel hardware for cost, weight, and longevity. 
• Analyze existing designs and provide recommendations for greater load-bearing capabilities, efficiency, cost savings
• Conduct design reviews and provide critical feedback to improve system performance and reliability.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (including electrical, manufacturing, and  construction teams) to integrate system-level designs.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation and specifications and ensure compliance with industry standards and codes.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop sound mitigation strategies.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required. A Master’s Degree or PhD is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of designing and building large structures
• 5+ years work experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD software, such as Creo.
• Experience in the application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• 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.

Why This Role Matters

The Senior Buyer will support the sourcing and delivery of components required to build the fusion demonstration system. You will work closely with scientists and engineers across many disciplines to ensure that their designs can be assembled on time and on budget, leading to a successful project delivery. Your role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier performance, and implementing procurement strategies to meet business objectives. You will also support cost reduction initiatives and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure optimal supply chain performance.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the overall procurement process including but not limited to creating and reviewing RFPs and RFQs, purchase order management, and invoice reconciliation
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance to purchase agreements and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Work collaboratively with scientists and engineers to identify potential suppliers that meet design requirements and align with the company's overall goals and objectives
• Identify potential supply chain risks and develop risk mitigation plans
• Prepare reports to track KPIs, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement of current systems and processes and the overall procurement process

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related equivalent experience in this field
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, material planning, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes including procurement, logistics, and inventory management
• Experience with supplier negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation
• Proficiency in supply chain management software (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills and experience with data analysis and reporting
• Comfortable operating in an evolving, ambiguous, and cross-functional startup environment

Bonus Points For

• Experience with reviewing terms and conditions and master schedule agreements
• Experience with Coupa
• Experience in a startup environment
• Experience working in aerospace, automotive, fusion or energy industries

Why This Role Matters

As a Technical Talent Sourcer you will partner with recruiters and hiring managers to build pipelines of world class engineering and scientific talent. You’ll focus on finding and engaging exceptional talent, developing strategies to reach hard-to-find candidates, and ensuring a thoughtful introduction to our mission. You will be part of a growing team that values curiosity, bold thinking and collaboration.

Note: This role will be on site daily in our San Leandro office with occasional travel to others offices in the Bay Area. 

What You'll Do 

• Source and engage passive candidates for highly technical roles (engineering, physics, R&D, hardware, etc.).

• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and define sourcing strategies.

• Build and maintain talent maps, market insights, and pipelines for critical skill sets - setting us apart from others in the industry. 

• Craft personalized outreach to spark interest and represent our mission authentically.

• Maintain data integrity in our ATS and share pipeline insights.

• Act as an ambassador for our culture and values, ensuring a positive first touchpoint for candidates.

• Contribute to projects that enhance sourcing effectiveness and overall hiring efforts.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing or recruiting.

• Strong research and sourcing skills with expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other sourcing tools.

• Skilled at writing compelling outreach that earns high response rates.

• Curious, resourceful, and relentless about finding the right talent.

• Thrives in a startup or high-growth environment where priorities can shift quickly.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking multiple Senior Mechanical Design Specialist's to support the development of advanced mechanical systems for next-generation fusion energy technology. This role is ideal for creative, hands-on mechanical designers with strong CAD expertise who can work independently while collaborating closely with scientists, engineers, and cross-functional technical teams.

Successful candidates will develop and analyze complex mechanical systems, conduct research to resolve challenging engineering problems, and translate concepts into fully detailed, production-ready designs. Depending on experience and qualifications, candidates may also provide technical leadership, including planning and leading multiple complex projects

What You'll Do

• Independently analyze complex design problems and develop robust mechanical design solutions that satisfy all requirements and constraints.
• Translate design solutions into detailed layouts and assemblies using Creo Parametric
• Develop supporting documentation for design solutions, including analysis, schedules, cost estimates, and procedures.
• Capture design intent using Creo Parametric, including model-based definition practices where applicable.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and configuration control within Windchill or equivalent PLM/ELM systems.
• Estimate schedules and costs to determine effective approaches for design, materials selection, and fabrication to meet project deliverables.
• Prepare and present technical material for design reviews, procedures, and related documentation.
• Provide technical mentorship to fellow designers and contribute to workforce planning, task prioritization, and work assignments.
• Participate in formal design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Author, review, and approve engineering reports, manuals, and other technical documentation.
• Present designs and technical analyses to engineering leadership and project stakeholders

What You Bring

• Associate's degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Mechanical Design Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Significant applied experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill (or equivalent CAD/PLM systems).
• Advanced knowledge of CAD/PLM systems and configuration management best practices.
• Strong working knowledge of drafting standards, including ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex design requirements and develop original, practical engineering solutions.
• Experience with hardware design, fabrication, assembly techniques, material selection, testing processes, and manufacturing methods.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow complex engineering drawings, specifications, sketches, and procedures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and independent follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly.

Bonus Points For

• Demonstrated technical or project leadership experience.
• Experience developing staffing plans, safety notes, mentoring engineers or designers, and contributing to performance development.
• Familiarity with project management methods and tools.
• Experience using CAD-supported Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to support conceptual and detailed design decisions.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Electrical Engineering Intern - Target Area Engineering to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. In your role as a mechanical engineering intern, you will get to own a project through the planning, design, assembly, and testing phases of development. Our intention is for our interns to get experience in cradle to grave design as well as hands-on experience building and testing these systems. All of our intern projects are high priority and value-added efforts that directly contribute to the successful development of our fusion system.

What You'll Do

• Work on a variety of of meaningful projects across the target area engineering team

What You Bring

• Junior or Senior standing in a 4-year Electrical Engineering (or related) program
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals and first principles
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of circuit analysis, power systems, signals, controls, or embedded systems (depending on focus)
• Experience with schematics, wiring diagrams, and basic system documentation
• Exposure to tools such as SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar analysis/simulation tool

Additional Requirements:

• Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning in June 2026

Bonus Points For

• 6+ months of a previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience outside of normal classes
• GPA of 3.5 or above 
• Basic experience with CAD Software, MATLAB, Python, or Excel
• Hands-on electrical design through coursework, clubs, research, or personal projects
• Experience building, wiring, debugging, and testing real hardware
• Experience with power electronics, motors, sensors, controls, or embedded systems
• Experience defining system architectures and making tradeoffs against requirements
• Experience writing build instructions, procedures, or test plans
• Strong measurement, documentation, and data analysis skills
• Curiosity, humility, and a desire to both teach and learn
• Ability to design, build, and operate test setups and experimental hardware

What We Offer

• Meaningful, resume-building engineering work on real Target Area systems
• A chance to design, build, wire, and test real hardware
• Mentorship from experienced electrical and systems engineers
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle—from concept and design to build, test, and operation
• A collaborative, hands-on, learning-driven culture
• An unforgettable summer working on systems that truly matter!

Why This Role Matters

We’re looking for a creative communicator and operator to help us tell Pacific Fusion’s story to the audiences who matter. You’ll be developing content that brings our vision, technology and people to life through social media, blogs, newsletters, events and more, while helping keep the comms and marketing team organized and on task. We’re looking for a writer who loves to learn, who has fun turning complex science into engaging content across mediums and who gets genuine satisfaction from building the systems and processes that help a fast-moving team do its best work. 

What You'll Do

• Content 

  • Build and manage an integrated content calendar for internal and external audiences across blog, newsletter, presentations, multimedia, and social channels
  • Lead development of audience-specific newsletters from concept through drafting, approvals, and distribution
  • Manage the channel and audience strategy for LinkedIn (primary) and future social channels. Own performance tracking, optimization, reporting, and analytics for all social content and campaigns
  • Experiment with new creative formats, storytelling techniques, and distribution strategies to grow reach and engagement
  • Develop and maintain fusion influencer lists; support outreach and follow-up

  Marketing

  • Own and maintain the company CRM and contact database, growing and managing outreach lists for media, policymaker, investor, and partner audiences
  • Track and report on performance metrics across channels (LinkedIn, email, web), leveraging Google Analytics and other tracking tools
  • Help translate data into actionable insights to improve reach, engagement, and impact

  Operations

  • Create lightweight but effective operational systems to keep a lean communications and marketing team aligned, on schedule, and high-performing
  • Develop and manage detailed workback plans for major announcements, campaigns, milestones, and events
  • Coordinate logistics for conferences, site visits, and corporate events (travel, materials, vendors, timelines)
  • Manage branded collateral, swag, and marketing asset libraries

What You Bring

• A strong writer who genuinely enjoys words, structure, and storytelling
• Curious about science and technology, excited to nerd out enough to truly understand complex topics
• Deeply organized.  You love timelines, checklists, and dashboards
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and bringing order to fast-moving situations
• Equally happy drafting a sharp post and running a meeting that ends on time with clear next steps
• Calm, reliable, and proactive.  People trust you to make things happen
• Energized by ambitious, high-stakes missions

Why This Role Matters

As Lead Analyst, Corporate Development, you will be a key driver of Pacific Fusion’s capital strategy and bankable foundation. This role sits at the intersection of investor relations, project finance, strategic analysis, and M&A. Your work will directly influence how we raise capital and build the financial architecture for a new category of energy infrastructure.

What You'll Do

• Fundraising & Capital Strategy: Orchestrate the education of the global investor community on the fusion market, its long-term trajectory, and Pacific Fusion’s position within it. Manage and prioritize a pipeline of prospective investors across endowments, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and growth equity. Support pitch decks, data rooms, and investor Q&A, coordinating in-person meetings and prep materials.
• Strategic Initiatives: Act as an internal consultant to the executive team, analyzing market entries, competitive landscapes, and the long-term financial impact of technical milestones
• Board & Investor Relations: Translate complex technical progress into compelling investor narratives. Prepare materials for board presentations and investor updates, and participate in and build new initiatives for investor relationship building.
• Financial Modeling: Analyze capital structuring scenarios and return profiles. You must be able to speak the language of power procurements, advising on project-level equity, debt, and “first-of-a-kind” financing.
• M&A and Corporate Development: Lead target evaluation, building synergy modeling, conducting diligence, and supporting transaction execution for strategic acquisitions or joint ventures.

What You Bring

• 5–10+ years in energy markets, infrastructure finance, or structured finance.
• Career path ideally includes Infrastructure / Energy Private Equity, Investment Banking with an Energy or Infrastructure focus, Corporate Energy Procurement at a large industrial or hyperscaler, or Energy Trading / Power Markets.
• Experience participating in or leading M&A or project finance processes.
• Experience engaging prospective investors and supporting capital raises
• Strong financial modeling skills tied to real asset economics: DCF, IRR, NPV, scenario analysis.
• Understanding of power market economics, long-term contract structures, and capital structuring. Familiarity with PPA mechanics, LCOE modeling, and project finance structures across the capital stack.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex topics for investor audiences.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Energy Systems required. MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Bonus Points For

• Strong existing relationships with top-tier energy investors (infrastructure PE, project finance, sovereign wealth).
• Hands-on experience assembling cross-capital-structure financing syndicates.

Why This Role Matters

The Rigging, Fixtures and Ground Support Equipment Engineer will design, analyze, and procure custom handling equipment for lifting, in factory movement and overland transportation of Pacific Fusion’s large custom hardware. You will utilize your expertise in heavy lifts, speciality rigging and in factory movement to create innovative designs to address unique installation and transportation challenges on rapid timelines across multiple locations. In this role you will work collaboratively with engineers, production employees, and scientists to optimize equipment designs across the company for safety, efficiency, and cost as we bring our demonstration system online. This role needs to be onsite at our Los Lunas, New Mexico facility. 

What You'll Do

• Design, analyze, and procure a broad range of lifting and transportation fixtures and handling equipment for specialty hardware.

• Working closely with relevant engineers to meet strict technical and operational requirements.

• Use industry standards and relevant regulations to apply best practices for future designs and improve existing designs.

• Review all lift and transport fixture designs for structural integrity under dynamic and static loading.

• Create and/or review detailed CAD models, FEA, and mechanical fabrication drawings of all custom fixtures and handling equipment.

• Document equipment testing requirements and findings to optimize next revision of designs.

• Mentor larger design engineering workforce on lift and transport fixture best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, with Structural focus or Masters degree preferred.

• 7+ years experience in designing and analyzing lift, transportation, and handling fixtures for large hardware with a proven track record of rigor, creative problem solving, and success.

• Deep knowledge of rigging equipment, lifting techniques, load path analysis, and safety standards (e.g., ASME B30 series, OSHA 1926).

• Expertise in design and analysis (structural and FEA) of custom lift, transportation, and handling fixtures for large and heavy hardware.

• Expertise in variety of cranes (bridge, gantry, mobile, et.c), forklifts, below-the-hook lift fixtures.

• Experience in road-transport vehicle options, custom road-transport container/fixtures, permitting requirements for oversized loads.

• Proficiency in CAD to create detailed design, drawings, and FEA.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Bonus Points For

• PE license.

• Design for lift fixtures in nuclear facilities, including remotely connected and operated lift fixtures.

• Experience with integrating hydraulic and/or motorized systems into fixture designs to precisely align large and heavy hardware.

• Experience in designing end of arm manipulator systems for robotic applications.

• Experience working in industries such as: nuclear, energy, aerospace, and/or construction.

Why This Role Matters

As a Development and Prototype Machinist, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and delivery teams - producing, modifying, reworking, and troubleshooting parts integral to our fusion energy systems. Your technical skills, attention to detail, and proactive approaches are fundamental to our success. This opportunity is for day shift.

What You'll Do

• Program, setup and operate CNC and manual machines, including but not limited to lathes and multi-axis mills, to produce precision parts and tools from metals, plastics,

 and potentially composites

• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to meet tolerance requirements
• Work with engineering teams to document and recommend design for manufacturability improvements
• Facilitate the transition from development to production by collaborating closely with engineering
• Assist in the set-up of new production work areas, including layouts,

 tooling, and equipment configuration

• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects to enhance area safety and efficiency
• Perform second-party verification of manufactured hardware and assist in the transition from development to production

What You Bring

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a machinist in a hands-on setting 
• Ability to work independently through the full programming, fixturing, machining and inspecting life cycle of parts

• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings with and good understanding of GD&T

• Experience manufacturing production and development hardware as well as small tooling
• Minimum 2 years of Programming with CAM software and conversational programming on machines
• Experience performing basic preventive and reactive maintenance of machine tools
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians 
• Experience driving a forklift and using hand power tools

Bonus Points For

• Experience using Creo, Fusion 360 or Mastercam CAD/CAM software 
• Experience in hands-on tasks such as welding, construction, auto mechanics, or other similar tasks

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion (PF) is seeking a Project Engineer to support a large, complex, first-of-a-kind R&D and light industrial facility.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the project team in executing the construction execution plan—including maintaining a strong on-site presence, managing RFIs and submittals, reviewing and approving change orders, tracking project risks, and validating contractor forecasts and progress—while facilitating key design, construction, commissioning, and turnover milestones.

The role is embedded on site and works day-to-day with the Construction Manager and General Contractor (GC). The Project Engineer serves as a critical owner-side execution and commercial control resource for preconstruction and construction activities, supporting field coordination, risk and contingency management, scope control, quality closeout, and disciplined cost and schedule performance.

What You'll Do

• Maintain daily on-site presence supporting construction activities.  Monitor progress, identify issues early, and escalate proactively. Coordinate between PF, GC, designers, and subcontractors. Participate in safety walks, inspections, and coordination meetings.  Support punch list, quality closeout, and turnover readiness. 
• Manage RFI workflows and drive timely resolution. Lead owner-side review and approval of change orders, validating entitlement, scope, cost, and schedule impacts.
• Maintain the project risk register and partner with the PF Cost Engineer to manage contingency usage and forecasting. Review contractor cost reports and update the owner’s Estimate at Completion (EAC), proactively identifying emerging risks.
• Support schedule execution, progress verification, commissioning coordination, and turnover readiness, while providing general project management support and acting as a delegate to the Construction Manager as needed.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent hands-on construction experience in lieu of a degree)
• 3–7+ years of experience in project engineering, field engineering, or construction management on commercial, industrial, or large capital projects
• Direct experience managing RFIs, submittals, and construction documentation
• Experience reviewing and validating change orders, including scope, cost, and entitlement considerations
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, startup or low-process environment
• Comfortable working full-time on active construction sites

Bonus Points For

• General Contractor or subcontractor background with hands-on field experience
• Exposure to risk tracking, contingency management, or cost forecasting
• Experience on complex, industrial, high-tech, or first-of-a-kind facilities
• Startup or scale-up company experience
• OSHA 30 certification
• Proficiency with common construction project management platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM 360, Primavera P6, MS Project or similar tools

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion seeks accomplished scientists and engineers with expertise across the spectrum of fusion energy disciplines. This role is for professionals from U.S. national laboratories interested in pursuing an Outside Business Activity (OBA) in fusion energy under the expanded opportunities provided by Section 10720 of the CHIPS and Science Act. Under the new CHIPS Act framework, national laboratory staff can directly participate in advancing fusion energy science and technology as a Pacific Fusion employee outside of their day job at the lab.

Key Technical Domains

We welcome applicants with expertise in any of the following fusion energy fields:

• Fusion Energy Science and Technology including plasma physics, fusion science, advanced materials, and all related fields

• Fusion Energy Target Design

• Fusion Energy Code Development

• Fusion Energy Diagnostics

• Fusion Energy Target Fabrication and Precision Manufacturing

• Fusion Energy Modeling and Simulation

• AI/ML for Fusion Energy Applications

• Fusion Energy Systems Engineering

• Fusion Energy Data Analysis

• Fusion Energy Experiments (using existing public-sector experimental capabilities)

• Fusion Energy Experimental Operations (including radiation and industrial safety)

• Control Systems (human safety, machine control and safety, data collection integrity)

• Power Plant Secondary Systems

• Fusion Energy Technologies, including pulsed power systems, lasers, materials, optics, target injection and tracking, radiation chamber dynamics, fuel cycle, facility operations, cryogenics, vacuum technology, precision machining, and all other associated fields

• Fusion Energy Technology Peer Review

• Fusion Energy Technology Concept Ideation

What You'll Do

• Lead and contribute to fusion energy R&D projects from concept through prototype.

• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate fusion energy target design, fabrication, diagnostics, and supporting technologies into deployable systems.

• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international fusion energy conferences.

• Work hard, have fun, feel rewarded, and make a difference!

What You Bring

• A top 1% performer who gives 1000% and has a deep desire to win.

• A current national laboratory employee interested in joining PF through OBA.

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S. with significant experience) in physics, engineering, or related discipline.

• Strong computational, experimental, or engineering skills relevant to fusion energy research.

Why Join Us

• Contribute directly to the development of commercially deployable fusion energy systems.

• Collaborate with a world-class team bridging public–private innovation in fusion energy.

• Flexible work options: positions are available from 5 to 40 hours per week with competitive salary, equity, and benefits.

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable and ranges from a full-time equivalent salary of $200,000 to $350,000 per year plus company equity, depending on experience and qualifications. Pay will be prorated based on the agreed weekly hours. Lunch will be provided when working at a Pacific Fusion facility.

Support for Navigating OBA
Pacific Fusion will provide resources to help you understand and navigate your laboratory’s OBA processes, ensuring compliance while enabling your participation in advancing fusion energy research with us.

Alternatives to OBA
If this OBA process turns out not to be right for your needs, we have many career openings at PF!

How to Apply
Send an email to oba@pacificfusion.com expressing your interest in working with PF through OBA. No commitment is implied by this email.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. You will lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and positioning systems integral to our advanced fusion energy systems. This role requires a top-tier combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to meet the exciting challenges in the field of fusion energy. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead collaborative and challenging projects and play a vital role in driving the overall development effort.

What You'll Do

• Drive and develop innovative mechanical designs for complex, multi-degree of freedom positioning systems while adhering to ambitious timelines.
• Lead the implementation of design changes and improvements across positioning systems.
• Work closely with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable.
• Provide 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.
• Rapidly iterate on designs and prototypes developing integrated test beds as required.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation and specifications.
• Participate in risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. A Master’s Degree or PhD is a plus.
• 10+ years work experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD software - Creo being preferred - with extensive experience in GD&T.
• Experience in the application of mechanical engineering analysis including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Proven track record of successfully designing, developing and building multi-degree of freedom, precision systems.
• Extensive knowledge of material properties and their impact on precision engineering.
• 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.

Why This Role Matters

The Master Scheduler will play a critical role in linking, coordinating, planning and communicating the schedule of our R&D, engineering, procurement and manufacturing programs by creating and managing integrated master schedules. You will work closely with managers, engineering leads, and delivery teams to ensure alignment across all project timelines, identify risks and bottlenecks, and maintain visibility into critical path activities. Your work will directly support the timely and efficient scheduling of our next-generation fusion energy system by 2030.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules across multi-phase prototype, procurement, assembly and integration efforts

• Work with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, testing) to ensure realistic and achievable timelines

• Monitor and report progress against schedules, highlighting delays and mitigation options, resource constraints, and schedule risks

• Lead schedule reviews and facilitate coordination meetings with internal stakeholders

• Provide scenario planning and “what-if” analysis to support strategic decisions and risk mitigation

• Ensure consistency in scheduling standards, tools, and best practices across programs.

• Interface with software tools such as MS Project, Linear and MES/ERP to maintain project schedules and resource forecasts

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in project scheduling or program controls, preferably in advanced technology, aerospace, energy, or manufacturing environments

• Proven experience developing and managing integrated master schedules for complex, multi-disciplinary projects

• Strong understanding of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT), critical path analysis, and resource leveling

• Proficiency in scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar)

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Bonus Points For

• PMP, PMI-SP, or equivalent project management certification

• Experience scheduling first-of-a-kind systems and projects

• Experience working in industries such as: fusion, energy, aerospace, chemicals

• Experience working closely with PhD scientists, R&D technology and manufacturing organizations

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. You will lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems integral to our advanced fusion energy systems. This role requires a top-tier combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset to meet the exciting challenges in the field of fusion energy. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead collaborative and challenging projects and play a vital role in driving the overall development effort.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required. A Master’s Degree or PhD is a plus.

• 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.

Why This Role Matters

As Head of Pulser Physics Design, you will own the design and development of the world’s most powerful fast pulsed power system.  The complete Pulsed Power System will come together in our fusion demonstration system.  This will be a high-gain fusion system that demonstrates net facility gain and will have its own site, facilities, and infrastructure.  Pulsed Power is the heart of the system that will enable us to commercialize fusion power.  You will push the limits of pulser physics and design first-of-a-kind pulser systems.  

What You'll Do

• Own the design of our pulsed power system while adhering to ambitious timelines.

• Build and lead a team of pulser physicists, engineers, and technicians developing every stage of the pulser.

• Take over the pulsed power lab and continue overseeing experiments that will prove out the overall system design.

• Work across multiple technology teams and disciplines to ensure successful design, delivery, and integration of the pulsed power system.

What You Bring

• Expertise designing and developing high-power pulsed power systems.

• Experience with R&D for specialized components such as high-power capacitors, liquid and gas switches, and vacuum power flow.

• Proven expertise in designing, building, testing, and innovating on pulsed power systems.

• Ability to build and manage a team with highly-specialized skill sets within pulser physics and design.

• Track record of delivering results quickly while maintaining a safe work environment.

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Electrical Engineering Intern to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. In your role as a mechanical engineering intern, you will get to own a project through the planning, design, assembly, and testing phases of development. Our intention is for our interns to get experience in cradle to grave design as well as hands-on experience building and testing these systems. All of our intern projects are high priority and value-added efforts that directly contribute to the successful development of our fusion system.

What You'll Do

• Work on a variety of of meaningful projects across our engineering teams

What You Bring

• Junior or Senior standing in a 4-year Electrical Engineering (or related) program
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals and first principles
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of circuit analysis, power systems, signals, controls, or embedded systems (depending on focus)
• Experience with schematics, wiring diagrams, and basic system documentation
• Exposure to tools such as SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar analysis/simulation tool

Additional Requirements:

• Able to work full time, onsite in Los Lunas, NM for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning in June 2026

Bonus Points For

• 6+ months of a previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience outside of normal classes
• GPA of 3.5 or above 
• Basic experience with CAD Software, MATLAB, Python, or Excel
• Hands-on electrical design through coursework, clubs, research, or personal projects
• Experience building, wiring, debugging, and testing real hardware
• Experience with power electronics, motors, sensors, controls, or embedded systems
• Experience defining system architectures and making tradeoffs against requirements
• Experience writing build instructions, procedures, or test plans
• Strong measurement, documentation, and data analysis skills
• Curiosity, humility, and a desire to both teach and learn
• Ability to design, build, and operate test setups and experimental hardware

What We Offer

• Meaningful, resume-building engineering work 
• A chance to design, build, wire, and test real hardware
• Mentorship from experienced electrical and systems engineers
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle—from concept and design to build, test, and operation
• A collaborative, hands-on, learning-driven culture
• An unforgettable summer working on systems that truly matter!

Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is seeking an exceptional Mechanical Engineering Intern  to join our dynamic team and create the path to commercial fusion energy. In your role as a mechanical engineering intern, you will get to own a project through the planning, design, assembly, and testing phases of development. Our intention is for our interns to get experience in cradle to grave design as well as hands-on experience building and testing these systems. All of our intern projects are high priority and value-added efforts that directly contribute to the successful development of our fusion system.

What You'll Do

• Work on a variety of of meaningful projects

What You Bring

• Junior or Senior standing in a 4-year Mechanical Engineering program
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals and first principles
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of stress analysis (hand calcs and FEA), 2D drawings, and design for manufacturing and assembly
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD tools such as Creo or SolidWorks

Additional Requirements:

• Able to work full time, onsite in Los Lunas, NM for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning in June 2026

Bonus Points For

• Hands-on mechanical design through coursework, clubs, research, or personal projects
• Experience with conventional machining, shop tools, and rapid prototyping
• Experience defining system architectures and making design tradeoffs against requirements
• Experience writing build instructions, procedures, or test plans
• Strong measurement, documentation, and data analysis skills
• Curiosity, humility, and a desire to both teach and learn
• Ability to design, build, and operate test stands and experimental hardware
• Experience or strong interest in kinematics
• Experience or strong interest in structures
• Experience or strong interest in robotics
• 6+ months of prior internship, co-op, or substantial project experience
• GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Experience with CAD, MATLAB, Python, or Excel

What We Offer

• Meaningful, resume-building engineering work 
• A chance to design, build, and test real systems
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a high-impact environment
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle—from concept and design to build, test, and operation
• A collaborative, hands-on, learning-driven culture
• An unforgettable summer working on systems that truly matter!