Associate Mechanical Engineer

Realta Fusion Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package including equity stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Realta Fusion Inc. is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join its team in Madison, Wisconsin. You will contribute to the development of cutting-edge fusion energy technologies by creating 3D models and technical drawings, collaborating closely with engineering teams.

This role emphasizes mechanical assembly and design, ensuring safety standards, and fostering an inclusive culture. The position offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including equity stock options and flexible paid time off.

Qualifications

• Education in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Creo).
• Hands-on experience with machine shop practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and technical drawings for fusion device elements.
• Contribute to mechanical component design and development.
• Participate in mechanical stress and thermal analysis.

Skills

3D CAD design

Mechanical assembly

Interpersonal and communication skills

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 be a critical contributor to Anvil – Realta’s reactor scale simple magnetic mirror and primary technology development platform – and Realta’s first-of-a-kind fusion pilot plant, Hammir.

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

1. Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
2. Experience with 3D CAD design with current CAD software tools (SolidWorks, NX, Creo, etc.)
3. 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
4. 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.