Posted 12 days ago
Mechanical Engineer
@ General Fusion Inc.
Richmond, British Columbia
Overview
General Fusion is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for its LM26 magnetized target fusion project. The role designs, builds and operates mechanical systems, with prototyping, testing and iteration. Candidates need at least 5 years of practical mechanical design experience and a mechanical engineering or engineering physics degree.
Pay:
$95,000–$115,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Design, build and operate mechanical systems for LM26
- Run experiments and analyze test results
- Design electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Lead technicians and support staff in the lab
- Document designs, test plans and results
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in mechanical engineering or engineering physics
- 5+ years practical mechanical design experience
- Experience with high-vacuum, high-energy or high-cleanliness components
- Strong GD&T and materials knowledge
- Preferred: EGBC Professional Engineer registration or working toward it
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Licences & certifications | EGBC Professional Engineer |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Free or discounted meals |
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General Fusion Inc.
| Field | Value |
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
For more information, visit www.generalfusion.com.
The Mechanical Engineer will be a key contributor in a team responsible for designing, building and operating mechanical systems in support of General Fusion’s LM26 project. The successful applicant will be expected to hit the ground running and thrive in a fast-paced and constantly evolving work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Mechanical Engineer looking for diverse and challenging work where ideas quickly become the prototypes and machines used by General Fusion to develop practical fusion energy solutions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or engineering physics (with mechanical specialization)
- Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience in practical mechanical design and design implementation
- Strong knowledge of, and proven experience applying engineering and physics fundamentals, including statics and dynamics, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude with a strong desire to work hands-on with the components of the design, including prototyping, operating, analyzing, and iterating
- Experience designing components for use in harsh and demanding environments (such as high vacuum, high energy, high cleanliness), and for problems where there is little prior art or precedent to draw from
- Experience leading and supporting the work of technicians and support staff assembling and operating equipment
- Experience in the full life cycle of complex test beds: design, build, operation, and analysis
- Strong understanding of materials and fabrication methods.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and the implications of tolerancing on parts and assemblies.
- Ability to deliver when work assignments / requirements are vague, informal and changing; ability to determine and communicate requirements trade-offs
- Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines in a rapidly changing work environment.
- Proven ability to pivot and identify opportunities to adjust scope and deliver under aggressive project deadlines
- Registration with EGBC as a Professional Engineer, or on-track to complete registration
- Working knowledge of SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
- Demonstrated experience designing and building heavy industrial type equipment
- Experience working with lithium or other reactive metals
- Experience working within an argon glovebox or other inert environment
Job Responsibilities
- Building, commissioning, and operating complete mechanical systems that are critical to the overall success of large integrated projects
- Mechanical design for complex engineering challenges which require out-of-the-box thinking and novel concepts, including analytical calculations and FEA as required to validate designs
- Designing and operating experiments to quickly test design improvement hypotheses
- Technical analysis of test results and generation of recommendations to improve machine performance
- Designing, building, and operating of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Working closely with a team of engineers, technicians and support staff in the lab to ensure the on-time completion of project deliverables
- Reacting quickly to changing requirements and unforeseen issues to ensure machine uptime
- Working with partners and suppliers in the design of key systems and components, often sourcing components that push the limits of fabrication and availability
- Documenting design details, test plans, and experimental results
- Contributing to the growth of the team through knowledge sharing, participating actively in project meetings, and assisting with development of right-sized processes
- Proactively contributing to a great work environment while championing safe work practices
- To achieve machine operable time, evening and weekend shifts may be required on occasion
What We Offer
- Ten personal days
- Four weeks’ vacation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP Contribution
- Support for professional development
- Great company culture – social events, weekly lunch program, bike rides, Sun Run, etc.
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