Hiring: Staff Mechanical Engineer - Vacuum Company: Commonwealth Fusion Systems Location: Milpitas, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:09:01 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Microsoft Excel, R, SolidWorks, Systems Design, Vendor Management About the job Experience: •15+ years of experience in the design and implementation of complex R&D systems or semiconductor manufacturing equipment Required Skills: •Lead System Design: Drive the design, integration, and validation of advanced R&D processing equipment •Define Requirements: Establish system-level requirements and innovative design concepts that directly correlate mechanical precision to product quality •Standardize Best Practices: Implement and maintain engineering workflows, and best practices using semiconductor standards as your guide •Lead Design Reviews: Conduct rigorous reviews for overall mechanical systems and sub-systems, emphasizing manufacturability (DFx) and best practices for mechanical design •Collaborate & Interface: Generate and maintain critical interfaces with cross-functional teams, including scientists, vacuum specialists, and electrical engineers •Project Accountability: Report on project milestones to stakeholders, ensuring delivery of on-time and in-spec outcomes •Mentor Talent: Coach engineering staff on technical delivery, procedural discipline, and professional development •Get Things Done: Act with speed to drive projects from concept through assembly, testing, and implementation Qualifications: •Demonstrated capacity to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally •Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, standing, sitting for extended periods of time •Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally •Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics Compensation: •$150,000 - $225,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!