Fluid Systems Design Engineer

Xcimer Energy is seeking a Fluid Systems Design Engineer to lead the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of high vacuum and gas delivery systems for next-generation nuclear fusion energy technology. The role requires creative problem-solving, rigorous engineering judgment, and innovative manufacturing approaches to enable reliable high-pressure, high-vacuum, and high-purity gas delivery systems.

Requirements

• Design and integrate vacuum pumping and high purity gas delivery subsystems.
• Develop and release Plumbing & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Apply strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to guide design decisions.
• Select and integrate key components including pumps, Mass Flow Controllers, pneumatic valves, regulators, fittings, custom weldments, and instrumentation.
• Author component specifications and manage suppliers through design, development, qualification, and hardware delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure system compatibility and resolve integration challenges with informed, calculated risk.
• Lead and participate in component- and system-level testing, including data analysis and test reporting.
• Establish and manage relationships with suppliers.
• Manage schedules, suppliers, budgets, and deliverables with disciplined project management.
• Use 3D CAD (NX preferred), FEA, and CFD tools (ANSYS, Altair preferred) for detailed design and analysis.
• Deliver fully documented designs using best drafting practices per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards, including clear analysis and margin-of-safety reports.
• Qualify and manage suppliers.
• Troubleshoot hardware.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%
• Equity in the company
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) approach
• Paid sick time
• 13 company-paid holidays
• Annual paid company shutdown