Senior Mechanical Design Specialist

The role

The Senior Mechanical Design Specialist will develop and analyze complex mechanical systems for fusion energy technology. This role involves translating concepts into production-ready designs using Creo Parametric and collaborating with technical teams.

What you will do

• Analyze complex design problems and develop mechanical design solutions.
• Translate design solutions into detailed layouts and assemblies using Creo Parametric.
• Develop supporting documentation including analysis, schedules, cost estimates, and procedures.
• Capture design intent using Creo Parametric and model-based definition practices.
• Maintain design documentation and configuration control within Windchill or equivalent PLM/ELM systems.
• Estimate schedules and costs for design, materials selection, and fabrication.
• Prepare and present technical material for design reviews and procedures.
• Provide technical mentorship to fellow designers.
• Participate in formal design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Author, review, and approve engineering reports, manuals, and technical documentation.

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechanical Design, 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).
• 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.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and independent follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

Before you apply

• This position may require access to information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws.
• Access is provided only to individuals classified as U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees).

About the company

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. The company is designing and building a pulser-driven inertial fusion system.