Senior Structures Engineer
Core
Lead the design, detailed structural analysis, integration, and validation of large steel structures and systems for a pulser-driven inertial fusion system.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical structures engineer
Builds
Large steel structures and hardware for a fusion demonstration system
Domain
Nuclear fusion energy / Heavy industrial structures
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Structural analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), CAD design (Creo), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), risk assessment, load-bearing analysis, system integration, compliance with industry codes
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, experience in laboratory settings, rapid iteration
Technologies
Creo, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Conduct detailed design and structural calculations for steel structures; Optimize critical steel hardware for cost, weight, and longevity; Analyze existing designs to improve load-bearing capabilities and efficiency; Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for system-level integration; Oversee creation of detailed design documentation and specifications; Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship