or apply directly on Pacific Fusion's site. We never take the application ourselves.
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 at Pacific Fusion, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating mechanical systems and components for advanced fusion energy platforms. Your role will involve leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges. You will also oversee design changes, conduct mechanical analyses, and ensure that designs are practical and manufacturable.
- 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
- 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer
- Proficiency in CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural, thermal, or dynamic applications
- Proven track record of taking mechanical designs from concept through fabrication and test
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM)
Nice to have
- Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in fusion, plasma physics, accelerator physics, defense, or other high-consequence technical environments
- Familiarity with vacuum systems, cryogenics, high-voltage hardware, or pulsed power components
- Exposure to large-scale structural systems, pressure vessels, or custom capital equipment
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
- No specific mention of work-life balance or remote work options
- Role involves working with cutting-edge technology in a high-stakes environment
- Salary range is broad, actual compensation may vary based on experience and location
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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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