Mechanical Engineer (mid career)

General Fusion Inc•Richmond, BC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

General Fusion is a global leader in the race to commercialize clean fusion energy, pursuing a practical approach called Magnetized Target Fusion. The company aims to provide zero-carbon fusion power to the grid in the early to mid-2030s. At their state-of-the-art labs in Richmond, BC, they are operating a groundbreaking fusion demonstration machine called Lawson Machine 26 (LM26). This position is for multiple openings within the team, where the Mechanical Engineer will be a key contributor responsible for designing, building, and operating mechanical systems for the LM26 project. The successful applicant will be expected to "hit the ground running" and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving work environment. This is an opportunity for a motivated Mechanical Engineer seeking diverse and challenging work where ideas quickly become prototypes and machines used to develop practical fusion energy solutions. The role involves working with a global syndicate of leading energy venture capital firms, industry leaders, and technology pioneers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or engineering physics (with mechanical specialization)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in practical mechanical design and design implementation
Strong knowledge of, and proven experience applying engineering and physics fundamentals, including statics and dynamics, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
Excellent mechanical aptitude with a strong desire to work hands-on with the components of the design, including prototyping, operating, analyzing, and iterating
Experience designing components for use in harsh and demanding environments (such as high vacuum, high energy, high cleanliness), and for problems where there is little prior art or precedent to draw from
Experience leading and supporting the work of technicians and support staff assembling and operating equipment
Strong understanding of materials and fabrication methods.
Strong understanding of GD&T and the implications of tolerancing on parts and assemblies.
Ability to deliver when work assignments / requirements are vague, informal and changing; ability to determine and communicate requirements trade-offs
Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines in a rapidly changing work environment.
Proven ability to pivot and identify opportunities to adjust scope and deliver under aggressive project deadlines

Nice To Haves

Registration with EGBC as a Professional Engineer, or on-track to complete registration
Working knowledge of Solidworks and Solidworks PDM

Responsibilities

Building, commissioning, and operating complete mechanical systems that are critical to the overall success of large integrated projects
Working closely with a team of engineers, technicians and support staff in the lab to ensure the on-time completion of project deliverables
Reacting quickly to changing requirements and unforeseen issues to ensure machine uptime
Mechanical design for complex engineering challenges which require out-of-the-box thinking and novel concepts, including analytical calculations and FEA as required to validate designs
Working with partners and suppliers in the design of key systems and components, often sourcing components that push the limits of fabrication and availability
Documenting design details, test plans, and experimental results
Contributing to the growth of the team through knowledge sharing, participating actively in project meetings, and assisting with development of right-sized processes
Proactively contributing to a great work environment while championing safe work practices