Why This Role Matters
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and integration of complex vacuum seal systems for our pulsed magnetic inertial fusion platform. This role focuses on designing robust seals for high-vacuum, air, and water interfaces exposed to extreme fusion conditions.
Responsibilities:
- Design and analyze large, high-performance vacuum seals for water-to-air, air-to-high-vacuum, and water-to-high-vacuum transitions
- Lead experimental design and testing of vacuum seals in collaboration with internal teams, external vendors, and academic partners
- Conduct research into novel sealing techniques; define, execute, and evaluate test campaigns
- Perform FMEA and tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure seal reliability and system safety
- Design test assemblies for seal validation and risk-reduction
- Review and present technical work across multidisciplinary teams; contribute to system-level integration discussions
- Provide subject-matter expertise in sealing strategies and guide the integration of vacuum seals into the fusion target area
- Document sealing processes, validation data, and lessons learned
- Mentor and support junior engineers on vacuum system design and integration challenges
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of mechanical design experience with a focus on vacuum seals and systems, including rough, high, and ultra-high vacuum environments
- Strong proficiency in CAD, FEM, and engineering analysis tools
- Proven expertise in tolerance analysis, FMEA, seal design, and mechanical integration
