Technician

Proxima Fusion GmbH; Zürich; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Proxima Fusion GmbH in Zürich is looking for a Technician to support the manufacturing and integration of magnet prototypes. You will perform hands-on activities in machining, assembly, and installation, while collaborating closely with engineers. The role demands strong hands-on experience and technical training in mechanical engineering or a related field. Join an innovative team that is redefining sustainable energy solutions through fusion technology, and contribute to the exciting future of clean energy.

Qualifications

• Technical training provides strong foundation in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience with tools, machines, and mechanical systems essential.
• Safety-conscious, detail-oriented and committed to quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform machining, mechanical assembly, and installation of components.
• Build, test, and iterate mechanical prototypes.
• Support manufacturing and integration of prototype components.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and technicians.

Skills

Hands-on workshop experience

Machining

Mechanical assembly

Wiring

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Good communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Technical training in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Basic test/calibration equipment

Job description

At Proxima Fusion, we’re driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our work in stellarator optimization, powered by computing and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology.

YOUR IMPACT

As a technician, you’ll be at the center of our operations in our workshops based in Villigen & Böttstein.

You will support the manufacturing and integration of magnet prototypes and experimental setups, contributing directly to the execution of key activities within Proxima’s magnet program.

You will play a central role in workshop operations, enabling efficient prototype construction through hands‑on work in machining, assembly, and installation. Your contribution will be critical in maintaining execution pace during periods of high activity.

You will operate across a wide range of technical tasks, supporting both manufacturing and experimental work, and collaborating closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure successful delivery of prototype systems.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform hands‑on workshop activities including machining, mechanical assembly, wiring, and installation of components
• Build, test, and iterate on mechanical and electromechanical prototypes from early‑stage designs
• Support the manufacturing, integration, and troubleshooting of magnet prototype components and assemblies
• Assist with the setup, fitting, adjustment, and modification of parts during prototype construction and testing
• Contribute to the installation, operation, and modification of experimental setups and test rigs
• Collaborate closely with engineers and technicians to enable rapid prototyping and iteration cycles
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workshop and lab environment

WHO YOU ARE

• Technical training in mechanical engineering, polymechanics, or a related field, with strong hands‑on experience in workshop environments (machining, assembly, installation)
• Comfortable working with tools, machines, and mechanical systems, including machining, wiring, mechanical assembly, and basic test/calibration equipment
• Comfortable reading drawings and technical documentation
• Detail‑oriented and safety‑conscious, with a strong commitment to quality and precision
• Practical, hands‑on problem solver with strong craftsmanship; able to work independently and collaboratively
• Reliable and proactive, with a solution‑oriented mindset and strong sense of ownership
• Adaptable and flexible; able to work across a variety of tasks in fast‑paced, evolving technical or R&D environments
• Strong team player with good communication skills; able to collaborate closely with engineers and technicians; good English required (German is a plus)

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in welding
• Experience in prototype manufacturing or R&D environments
• Familiarity with machining processes (CNC and/or manual)
• Experience with mechanical installation and system integration
• Experience with vacuum technology

At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high‑performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.