Fusion Chamber Mechanical Engineering Lead

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. The ASPEN-DEMO laser will enable a self-consistent solution for delivering power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. Our mission is to deploy these power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. To that end, Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. To implement this plan, we are looking to add dedicated people to the team who treat people well, improve our work by adding multifaceted perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have achieved outstanding results through a range of pursuits, and have skills and experience related to this role. 
 
Xcimer Energy is looking for a senior mechanical engineer to help us design and build the required chamber and blanket components for nuclear fusion. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply broad mechanical engineering skills and technical leadership to complex problems, participate on the design and construction of our ASPEN laser demonstration chamber and lead the design and delivery of our FPP chamber and blanket structures. 
 

Major duties and Responsibilities:

- Lead engineer for design and analysis of Xcimer’s fusion pilot plant chamber and blanket structures (rep rated facility). 
- Lead engineer for design and analysis of the ASPEN-DEMO (single-shot) chamber.  
- Identify and/or build and maintain engineering design & analysis tools and capabilities. 
- Execute engineering design and analysis activities. 
- Develop design documents including functional requirements, technical specifications, analysis and calculations, and technical diagrams. 
- Supervise the process of the drawings by overseeing the preparation, approval, and release of drawings for various design phases and for manufacturing. 
- Participate in and coordinate meetings with team members to report status and develop actions to push joint progress. 
- Manage configuration control activities during design and fabrication phases. 
- Formulate a technical roadmap to achieve PDR for a pilot plant chamber/blanket within 5 years and lead execution against this roadmap, including experimental and prototype systems as needed.  
- Contributor to the development of supply chain and vendor strategy for chamber and blanket components. 
- Contributor to project risk management for all aspects related to chamber and blanket design, including identification of risk mitigations approaches. 
- Support the VP of Chamber and Plant Design with all aspects of system integration and project management related to the delivery of the ASPEN DEMO and fusion plant chambers. 

Minimum Qualifications:

- BS in Engineering (Mechanical preferred but will consider other related degrees). 
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant technical experience demonstrating understanding of design, analysis, and manufacturing of complex structures and integrated systems. 
- Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve project goals, interface effectively with team members and stakeholders. 
- Experience with 3D modelling/CAD and development/review of design drawings. 
- Experience in experimental design and analysis with the explicit goal of driving to higher component and system technology readiness. 
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, technical staff and others (domestic and international). 
- Ability to clearly express and critique ideas. 
- Great communication and organizational skills. 
- Strong problem solving skills, ability to approach new problems with creativity 

Preferred Qualifications:

- MS in Engineering (Mechanical preferred but will consider other related degrees). 
- Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant technical and project management experience demonstrating comprehensive understanding of design and manufacturing of mechanical components for large-scale science or nuclear facilities. 
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes. 
- Familiarity with U.S. and international design codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. 
- Experience in the commercial nuclear industry. 
- Design Experience with High heat flux components, Specialty materials and steels, and Components in vacuum environments.