Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pulsed Power

Pacific Fusion

San Leandro, Canada

Full Time

Posted July 23, 2026

$160k - $220k

Nuclear Energy

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pulsed Power to design, build, operate, and advance our pulsed power systems — the core of our experimental fusion platform.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and operate pulsed power systems, including high-voltage and high-current architectures and control systems for pulsed power operation, safety, and automation.
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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
5+ years of demonstrated experience designing complex systems.
Experience designing, developing, testing and building prototype mechanical/electrical systems.
Proven ability to deliver complex R&D projects on schedule, from concept to prototype to validation.
Strong background in electronic design, control systems, and PLC software development.
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).

Benefits & Perks

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.