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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 80 days Pacific Fusion's roles stay open a median of 80 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 3% of Pacific Fusion's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Pacific Fusion
- high 31 stale, 0 reposted of 37 open
- Hiring momentum
- 46 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-22
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Pacific Fusion's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Pacific Fusion.
About this role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pulsed Power at Pacific Fusion, you will design, build, and operate pulsed power systems integral to their fusion energy projects. The role involves hands-on work with high-voltage systems, data analysis, and collaboration across various engineering disciplines to enhance system performance and reliability. You will also lead R&D workflows and ensure compliance with safety protocols during testing and operation.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Pacific Fusion as an employer.
What you need
- 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
Nice to have
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical 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
What you get
- 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
Worth weighing
- Pay range is $160,000 — $220,000 USD, but actual salary will depend on experience and skills
- Role requires occasional work outside regular business hours
- Position may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws, limiting eligibility to U.S. Persons
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Listed by Pacific Fusion on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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