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Realta Fusion is a rapidly growing start-up developing compact magnetic mirror fusion energy systems to address the biggest challenge of our time – tackling global climate change while ensuring a sufficient energy supply for at least ten billion people on (and off) earth. We are building a team with diverse talents dedicated to making fusion energy a real solution to humanity’s most pressing problem. The Associate Mechanical Engineer will work with Realta’s engineering and scientific teams to provide critical engineering and design input on Realta’s technology development roadmap. The Associate Mechanical Engineer will be a critical contributor to Anvil – Realta’s reactor scale simple magnetic mirror and primary technology development platform – and Realta’s first-of-a-kind fusion pilot plant, Hammir.
Job Responsibility
Develop 3D models and technical drawings for beamline and fusion device elements, support structures, and components to be operated in ultra-high vacuum environments
Contribute to the design and development of primary and secondary mechanical fusion components and subsystems
Participate in efforts involving general mechanical-system design, mechanical stress analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue analysis
Work with vendors and internal resources to fabricate, assemble, test, and validate components and systems
Supply hands-on support in fabrication and assembly of prototype and laboratory systems, up to and including operating machine shop equipment
Communication: Synthesize and present technical work internally and externally, communicate daily with project teams and leadership to support programmatic needs
Safety: Contribute to the establishment of company safety standards and lead implementation of these standards within R&D and Engineering team
Culture and Values: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that aligns with the company's mission, values, and sustainability goals, promoting innovation, collaboration, and employee engagement
Requirements
Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Experience with 3D CAD design with current CAD software tools (SolidWorks, NX, Creo, etc.)
Some hands-on experience with machine shop practices, mechanical assembly, and familiar with specifying techniques for fabricating complex parts such as welding, brazing, EDM, waterjet, and milling
Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, public presentation) to collaborate effectively with colleagues, external partners, and stakeholders
What we offer
Competitive compensation package, including equity stock options
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a retirement savings plan
Flexible paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance
Work and live in Madison, Wisconsin — one of America’s most livable and vibrant cities