Laser Engineer

Fuse is on a mission to accelerate the world’s transition to fusion energy.

Our core product is TITAN: an Impedance Matched Marx Generator (IMG). TITAN is the most efficient and powerful (TW) machine of its kind.

Fusers have built and licensed Magical Unicorn and FAETON I, 2 novel pulsed power generators.

You are joining an early-stage fusion company.

Please expect to wear different hats and take 0 to 1 ownership of objectives.

This is not a regular job.

Fusers are on a mission to change the world.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s/ Master's/ PHD degree in optics, optoelectronics, laser physics, electrical engineering, photonics or a related field 2+ years of experience tinkering with optics and laser systems.

2+ years’ experience with laser modeling and simulation software and other design and simulation Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Key Responsibilities Designing and developing laser systems that generate short-duration, high-energy pulses of light.

Developing and testing laser components, including the laser cavity, mirrors, and amplifiers, to ensure that they can withstand high-energy pulses Collaborating with optical, electrical, and mechanical engineers, to integrate laser systems with other components of a larger system Conducting research and development activities to explore new technologies and techniques for improving high-energy laser systems Planning and taking responsibility of the manufacturing, installation, and operation of laser systems Developing and implementing quality control procedures to ensure that products meet industry standards Performing cost analysis and creating project timelines to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget Writing technical reports and giving presentations to communicate design concepts, testing results, and project progress to stakeholders (external and/or internal) Actively participate in team meetings, share insights, and collaborate with colleagues to drive innovation and problem-solving initiatives forward.

Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and comply with regulatory requirements governing our research activities.

Additional requirements Must be able to travel and work extended hours/weekends as needed.