Electrical Engineer - Pulsed Diagnostics

About Pacific Fusion

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 pulsed magnetic 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.

Pacific Fusion is seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Pulsed and Timing Systems to support the development and operation of high-voltage, high-precision pulsed diagnostic systems critical to fusion research. This role will focus on triggering and timing systems operating in the 5kV range, requiring expertise in pulsed electronics, time-domain systems, and hands-on testing and integration.

- Design, implement, and troubleshoot high-voltage pulsed systems (up to 5kV) for diagnostic timing and triggering applications.

- Develop and validate timing synchronization systems with sub-nanosecond precision across complex experimental setups.

- Collaborate with scientists and engineers to integrate pulsed systems into larger diagnostic platforms.

- Support hands-on testing, field deployment, and system maintenance, including troubleshooting and upgrades.

- Document system designs, test procedures, and operational practices for pulsed power systems.

Qualifications

- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.

- Strong understanding of pulsed electronics, time-domain systems, or RF systems with time-domain applications.

- Hands-on experience with high-voltage test equipment, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and fast diagnostics.

- Ability to transition from design through field testing, troubleshooting, and system maintenance.

- Motivated and adaptable, capable of pivoting between multiple technical domains.

Preferred

- Background in national labs, accelerator systems, military/aerospace timing or triggering systems.

- Familiarity with diagnostic timing in beamlines, fusion experiments, or medical x-ray systems.

- Experience in both low-power RF systems and high-voltage pulsed applications.

Benefits

- Industry-competitive salary

- 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.