Infrastructure Mechanical Engineer

Pacificfusion · Albuquerque, NM · Engineering

Posted 2026-08-20

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Why This Role Matters

As the Infrastructure Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the

integration of mechanical building system requirements for our nuclear fusion

demonstration system. You will work across several teams to develop the

building systems which enables us to achieve net facility gain. During

construction you will work with design consulting engineering and contractors to

ensure a quality installation which can be safely maintained. Following

construction, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and future

upgrades of the building systems.

This position is based in Albuquerque, NM and will require up to 50% travel to

our San Leandro, CA facility during the design and permitting process.

What You'll Do

Develop facility mechanical equipment requirements and guidelines for

building systems including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and other

infrastructure systems.

Assist in the design and development of utility systems including

pneumatic, fluid, and vacuum systems.

Interface with engineers, scientists, and technicians to obtain facility

mechanical inputs.

Work with the Infrastructure Design Team to ensure building mechanical

systems are documented and designed appropriately for permitting

design, construction, commissioning, and operations.

Develop building systems commissioning, maintenance, and operations

plans.

What You Bring

Minimum BS, Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 7+ years of experience working in design, construction, facility

operations, and commissioning for industrial, manufacturing, or

research facilities

Experience with HVAC, process piping, fire sprinkler, and plumbing

systems

Hands on experience with industrial, manufacturing, or research facility

commissioning and operations

Strong multidisciplinary program management skills and ability to work

diligently across cross functional teams

Proactive, doer, and self starter mindset

Cooperative and positive attitude which influences your peers to be the

best versions of themselves

Track record of reliability and ability to drive results

Bonus Points For

PE license

Experience working in a startup

Experience working in industries such as: fusion, energy, aerospace,

chemical

Pay Range:

$116,000—$174,000 USD

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