Senior Mechanical Engineer - Vacuum Systems

Pacific Fusion Ltd

$138K — $219K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; Master's or PhD preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of specialized experience as a senior technician in system design and testing.
  • Proven expertise in high vacuum systems design, analysis, and construction.
  • Hands-on experience with vacuum components including chambers, pumps, seals, and valves.
  • Experience with electrical testing integrated into vacuum systems.
  • Familiarity with ASME BPVC and B31.3 codes.

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and test advanced vacuum systems for target area chambers and diagnostics.
  • Select and size vacuum components for optimal performance in cryogenic environments.
  • Conduct rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications.
  • Lead activities from concept development to onsite commissioning of vacuum systems.
  • Support high-voltage electrical testing operations in vacuum environments.
  • Perform experiments to assess materials for outgassing and vacuum compatibility.
  • Provide solutions for field issues related to vacuum system design.

Benefits

  • Industry-competitive salary
  • Equity plan
  • 6% employer 401k matching
  • Generous paid time off including sick leave and vacation
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to design assembly and integration for testing key components of our pulser system.

What You'll Do
  • 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.
  • Rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications.
  • Lead technical and engineering activities from concept development through final onsite commissioning of vacuum equipment and systems.
  • Supporting high-voltage electrical switching operations and testing in a vacuum chamber
  • 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.
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or a related field, Master's or PhD is a plus. Alternatively, a minimum of 10 years specialized experience as a senior technician-with demonstrated responsibilities in system design, independent testing, and complex troubleshooting.
  • Proven expertise in high vacuum systems design, analysis, and construction.
  • Hands-on experience with vacuum components: chambers, pumps, seals, valves, ducts and clean room techniques.
  • Experience integrating electrical testing in vacuum systems and pressurized systems
  • Familiarity with ASME BPVC and B31.3 codes.
  • Experience with radioactive or toxic gas vacuum systems, novel vacuum pumps, or material characterization
Bonus Points For
  • Experience setting up wiring, circuits, control systems, diagnose electrical malfunctions and system failures using testing tools.
  • Machining and CAD design experience, CREO


Pay Range:

$138,100-$219,900 USD

Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees
  • 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

Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

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