# Mechanical Engineer - Pulsed Power at Pacific Fusion

- Company: Pacific Fusion
- What the company does: Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. Backed by General Catalyst and Lightspeed.
- Company website: https://www.pacificfusion.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Leandro, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-07-23
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/pacificfusion/jobs/4329610009
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/pacific-fusion-mechanical-engineer-pulsed-power/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to design, build, operate, and advance our pulsed power systems — the core of our experimental fusion platform. This role is deeply hands-on and multidisciplinary, requiring expertise across high-voltage systems, controls, diagnostics, and data analysis. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with the ability to lead R&D workflows, collaborate across disciplines, and take ownership of system performance and development.

## What they're looking for

- 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

Tags: Pulsed Power