Electro-Mechanical Build Technician Los Lunas, NM

Pacific Fusion Corporation; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

401k matching

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Pacific Fusion Corporation is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Build Technician to support their engineering and delivery teams in setting up automated manufacturing lines and in assembling, testing, and validating electrical and mechanical components for fusion energy systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on fabrication, equipment setup, and SOP/documentation creation, with a focus on safety, 5S practices, and cross-functional collaboration across electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on technician experience.
• Familiarity with CAD and reading schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols.
• Experience with forklifts and hand power tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly, installation, and maintenance of fusion systems.
• Receive deliveries and manage equipment and supplies inventory.
• Prototype rapidly for fusion tech applications.
• Support design, development, and testing phases.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize equipment to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure systems integration.

Skills

CAD software

Forklift operation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools & machining

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

CNC

Drill press

Job description

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy.

We are rapidly designing and building a pulser-driven inertial fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.

Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders.

Why This Role Matters

As an Electro-Mechanical Build Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and delivery teams in setting up automated manufacturing lines and in the assembly, testing, and validation of electrical and mechanical components integral to our fusion energy systems. Your technical skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach are fundamental to our success.

What You’ll Do

Lead the assembly, installation, and maintenance of our fusion systems.

Receive deliveries and control inventory of equipment and manufacturing supplies.

• Rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications.

Support the engineering team during the design, development, and testing phases of the fusion system.

Help troubleshoot, repair, and optimize equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (including electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers) to ensure systems integration and effectiveness.

Play a key role in setting up the manufacturing site by installing equipment, facilities, and storage.

Draft and finalize SOPs, safety procedures, and other related documentation.

Maintain the manufacturing environment via 5S principles, ensuring that all tools, equipment, and workspaces are clean, safe, and organized.

Comply with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements, including ISO, state, and federal regulations, as well as those specific to the company.

What You Bring

Minimum 2 years of experience as a technician in a hands‑on setting.

Familiarity with CAD software and technical drawings for viewing and interpreting design schematics is a plus.

Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems.

Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols.

Extensive experience driving a forklift and using hand power tools.

Strong communication skills and experience with in person and remote communication with other technicians and engineers.

Experience with automation equipment and processes is a plus.

Experience in setting up a new manufacturing facility, ideally in a startup environment is a plus.

Experience owning and mastering machine shop tools, particularly lathe, mill, CNC, drill press, etc is a plus.

Experience with building out a team by interviewing, hiring, and training other technicians is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the physical ability to squat, reach, climb, prolonged periods of standing, frequent lifting of objects up to 50 lbs, and regular hands‑on work with tools and equipment in the laboratory.

Bonus Points For

Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with hands‑on tasks such as machining, welding, construction, auto mechanics, or other similar.

Pay Range:

$33.03 - $58.32 USD

TOTAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES

Equity plan

6% employer 401k matching

Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

EQUAL OPPORTUNTITY

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pacific Fusion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment. If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE

This position may require access to information or technology that is subject to U.S. export control laws, such as ITAR or EAR. Under these regulations, we are required to ensure that such access is provided only to individuals who are classified as 'U.S. Persons.' This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

Pacific Fusion does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place. In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees. Agencies are requested not to contact Pacific Fusion hiring managers or employees regarding recruiting services.