Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Do Epic Science
TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon-free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We're turning the promise of science into reality.

We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about realizing our mission: A future where all people have affordable access to reliable, abundant, and environmentally friendly fusion-generated electricity.

About The Role

The Senior Mechanical Engineering position as well as the Mechanical Engineering Department in general is a cross competency group participating in a variety of disruptive projects currently being developed by TAE Technologies.  Nuclear fusion, cancer curing particle accelerators, and innovative electrification of various vehicles are broad topic areas currently being developed at TAE.  Expertise in one of these disciplines is required and interest in the others is beneficial.

This position will coordinate and participate in the design and fabrication of various systems and equipment used in the referenced fields. The ability to use depth of mechanical engineering knowledge and experience to develop cutting edge technology is the objective.  General knowledge of material selection, structural integrity assessment, heat transfer, and basic electromagnetic theory are helpful to achieve the goals of the position.  Demonstrated ability to use basic project management principles to coordinate small project teams is also required.  More detailed required and desired skills are described below.

*This position requires 100% onsite to work with Design Team*

• Collaborate with Engineering, Physics and Operations groups to clarify and define requirements.
• Complete scoping design and simple analysis of experimental subsystems.
• Organize multidisciplinary project teams and make estimates for cost and schedule.
• Coordinate with design engineers and engineering analysis staff.
• Write and/or review specifications and procedures. 
• Support selection of qualified manufacturers. 
• Support development of purchase orders and follow fabrication through delivery of components. 
• Participate in installation and commissioning activities. 
• Some limited travel required. 

About You

• A combination of at least 12 years relevant experience in large component design and fabrication for technical industries such as aerospace, nuclear, automotive, petroleum processing, proton therapy, national laboratories, or similar is required.  Exceptions may be made for well qualified candidates with desired skills described below or more experience may be necessary for those requiring development.
• Experience in the engineering of neutral beams and/or particle accelerators.
• Understanding of high voltage design.
• Significant experience in a research and development environment.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals including basic physics, electromagnetism, statics/dynamics, basic circuit theory, structural mechanics, controls, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer.

Education

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Physics, Aerospace, and Electrical Engineering would be considered favorably as dual major degrees, supplementary education or as alternatives to Mechanical Engineering for an especially well qualified candidate.

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About Us: 

Imagination, skill, and will

We are a diverse team of over 500 engineers, scientists, professionals, Maxwell Prize winners, and big thinkers from more than 40 countries with a track record of delivering on the innovative ways science can lead humanity into a brighter era. We are not afraid to envision a future where fusion and science can transform our world.

What you’ll get with us

• Generous benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (K) with company match, paid vacation + sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave
• Payment rewards: For referring talent, novel research, and patents
• A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization
• Potential for equity participation
• HQ in Southern California
• Employee events on and off-site
• A commitment to upholding and growing an inclusive organization

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TAE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We ensure all individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us recruiting@tae.com to request accommodations or request more information.

Note to Agencies: TAE prefers to hire directly and maintains an existing preferred supplier list. We do not accept speculative CVs or referrals from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.