Facilities Engineer
Core
Primary technical bridge between fusion demonstration system design and facility infrastructure, integrating complex mechanical and electrical systems to support net facility gain.
Role type
Senior Facilities Engineer (Scientific Research Infrastructure)
Builds
Bespoke hardware and synchronized facility infrastructure for a pulser-driven inertial fusion system
Domain
Nuclear Fusion / High-Energy Physics / Industrial Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Large-scale M&E infrastructure design, high-voltage power systems, process piping, industrial cooling, engineering consultant management, large-scale hardware procurement, construction commissioning
Preferred skills
National Laboratory experience, radiological shielding/hot cell oversight, pulsed-power infrastructure, ultra-high vacuum environments, cryogenic systems, PE license
Technologies
High-voltage electrical distribution, specialized cooling loops, vacuum system infrastructure
Responsibilities
Oversee interface between fusion system design and facility M&E systems; Manage external design consultants for large-scale hardware; Ensure facility systems are documented for permitting and operations; Support physical assembly and installation of critical subsystems; Develop utility systems including high-voltage and cooling loops; Commission building systems for full-scale research operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC