Mechanical Design Engineer
Proxima Fusion
About this role
A Mechanical Design Engineer at Proxima Fusion is responsible for the design and implementation of mechanical components and assemblies for the Stellarator Model Coil (SMC), ensuring the development of systems required for both research and manufacturing scale-up. This role involves creating and optimizing designs for test equipment, collaborating with external suppliers, and leveraging CAD tools while also supporting prototyping and testing of new concepts and materials. The engineer will be instrumental in enabling the production of high-performance superconducting magnet components through innovative mechanical solutions.
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About Proxima Fusion
www.proximafusion.comProxima Fusion is a leading fusion startup based in Europe, focusing on developing the first generation of fusion power plants utilizing quasi-isodynamic (QI) stellarators. By leveraging decades of research and advancements in magnetic confinement fusion technology, Proxima Fusion aims to deliver clean, safe, and abundant fusion energy to the grid. The company partners with the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, combining the expertise of fusion scientists with engineering and computational specialists to revolutionize the energy landscape. Through its innovative approach, Proxima Fusion is poised to be at the forefront of the commercial fusion industry.
Recent company news
NucNet | Independent Nuclear NewsProxima Fusion Signs MoU With RWE And Bavaria To Develop Fusion Power
2 weeks ago
Business WireProxima Fusion, RWE, the Free State of Bavaria and Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics Sign Agreement to Build the World’s First Commercial Fusion Power Plant in Europe
2 weeks ago
American Nuclear Society -- ANSProxima Fusion signs MOU with Bavaria, RWE, and Max Planck IPP to build German stellarator power plant
1 week ago
World Nuclear NewsAgreement to build German nuclear fusion power plant
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GizmodoThe Race to Build the World’s First Commercial Fusion Plant Is Heating Up
1 week ago
About Proxima Fusion
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$53k – $71k
per year