Associate Mechanical Engineer

Realta Fusion; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Realta Fusion is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering and scientific teams in Madison, WI. You will provide critical input on our technology development roadmap and support the Hammir-DD reactor-scale platform ahead of the pilot plant.

This role emphasizes hands-on design, analysis, and collaboration across disciplines. You will develop 3D models and drawings for ultra-high vacuum systems, work with vendors, and help implement safety standards while contributing to an

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD design using SolidWorks, NX, Creo, or similar tools.
• Hands-on experience with machine shop practices and fabrication techniques (welding, brazing, EDM, waterjet, milling).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, external partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• 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 mechanical-system design, mechanical stress analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue analysis.
• Work with vendors and internal resources to fabricate, assemble, test, and validate components.
• Supply hands-on support in fabrication and assembly of prototype and laboratory systems, up to operating machine shop equipment.
• Communicate daily with project teams and leadership to support programmatic needs.
• Contribute to the establishment of company safety standards and lead implementation within R&D and Engineering team.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment aligned with mission, values, and sustainability goals.

Skills

3D CAD design

SolidWorks

NX

Creo

Hands-on machining

Communication

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Creo

Job description

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 support engineering efforts for Hammir-DD, Realta’s reactor-scale tandem magnetic mirror and development platform ahead of Realta's first-of-a-kind fusion pilot plant.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Applicants who do not meet the entire job specification are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

What we are working on is hard… and hugely important. Realta Fusion is assembling a talented team bound together by a passion to solve humanity’s biggest challenge with first-of-a-kind technology. Additionally, Realta offers:

• 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

We value diversity as a critical factor in innovation and believe a diverse team is necessary to solve the toughest problems. We aim to create an inclusive environment that unleashes the full creativity of our team members from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.