Lead Fusion Energy Scientist & Engineer

Pacific Fusion; San Leandro (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% employer 401(k) matching

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Lunch provided when working at a facility

Job summary

Pacific Fusion in San Leandro seeks a dedicated individual to lead fusion energy R&D projects. You will be pivotal in integrating fusion energy technologies from concept through prototype, with opportunities to publish your results in esteemed scientific journals.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or M.S. in physics or engineering, alongside strong computational and experimental skills. This role offers flexible hours and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Top 1% performer striving for excellence.
• Current national laboratory employee interested in joining PF through Outside Business Activity.
• Strong computational, experimental, or engineering skills relevant to fusion energy research.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to fusion energy R&D projects from concept through prototype.
• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate fusion energy technologies.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

Skills

Computational skills relevant to fusion energy research

Experimental skills relevant to fusion energy research

Engineering skills relevant to fusion energy research

Education

Ph.D. or M.S. in physics, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Pacific Fusion in San Leandro seeks a dedicated individual to lead fusion energy R&D projects. You will be pivotal in integrating fusion energy technologies from concept through prototype, with opportunities to publish your results in esteemed scientific journals.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or M.S. in physics or engineering, alongside strong computational and experimental skills. This role offers flexible hours and a competitive compensation package.