Mechanical Engineer – CAD & Engineering Support (f/m/d)
Job description
Mechanical Engineer – CAD & Engineering Support at Focused Energy, producing mechanical models, drawings and engineering documentation across laser fusion projects. The role translates design intent into accurate CAD outputs supporting manufacture, supplier engagement, assembly and project delivery.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Darmstadt, Germany
- Languages
- English
What you'll do
- Develop detailed 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor or an equivalent 3D CAD tool.
- Produce manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, layout models, parts lists, BOMs, and drawing registers to a high engineering standard.
- Maintain and update CAD models and associated documentation as designs evolve throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the design and development of mechanical systems such as vacuum chambers, laser system integration, diagnostic structures, and facility infrastructure.
- Identify and resolve design clashes, interface issues, documentation gaps, and inconsistencies within CAD assemblies.
- Prepare complete drawing packages and technical documentation for supplier quotation, manufacture, procurement, and design reviews.
- Review supplier drawings and documentation, support the resolution of technical queries, and communicate design status and outstanding actions clearly.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and systems engineers to support integration activities and maintain accurate assembly models.
What we're looking for
- Capable mechanical engineer who can translate design intent into accurate models, drawings, and structured engineering documentation.
- Highly detail-oriented and methodical approach to CAD modelling, drawing production, and document control.
- Can manage multiple drawing and documentation tasks across concurrent projects while maintaining quality and delivery focus.
- Communicate clearly with senior engineers, suppliers, manufacturers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Proactively identify design clashes, interface risks, incomplete information, and documentation gaps before they affect delivery.
- Take ownership of outputs and follow through on actions, revisions, technical queries, and design updates.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative engineering environment and adapting to different project disciplines and technical requirements.
- Committed to applying engineering standards, CAD conventions, and version-control practices consistently.
Nice to have
- Experience with vacuum systems, chambers, precision mechanical assemblies, laser or optical system integration, or scientific instrumentation.
- Familiarity with PDM or PLM systems, CAD data management, document control, and structured version-control practices.
- Knowledge of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA), supplier drawing review, prototype build support, and commissioning activities.
- Understanding of GD&T and relevant engineering drawing standards, including ISO, DIN, or equivalent conventions.
- Experience working in experimental physics, research, advanced engineering, or other multidisciplinary technical environments where mechanical systems must be integrated, manufactured, and tested.
Benefits
Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.
Career Development: opportunity to join an early, growing company at the forefront of new technology, with opportunity to develop and grow your career.
Ownership: take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of the company.
- Collaborative Culture: dynamic, international environment with top-tier scientists, engineers and professionals.
- Competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options.
- 30 days of vacation per year.
- Healthy snacks and drinks; Darmstadt office offers a canteen with lunch options daily.
- Retirement Plan: 20% financed on top of monthly contributions to a private pension plan, plus loyalty incentives.
- Equipment: state-of-the-art Windows or Apple laptops, plus keyboard, mouse and headset.
- Regular events to foster team bonding and collaboration.
- Mobility with NAVIT: public transportation ticket, taxi rides or car-sharing.
- Fitness with Wellhub: access to gyms, fitness studios and wellness services across Europe.
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About Focused Energy
Focused Energy is building the future of clean energy through laser-driven inertial fusion. Backed by a $240M Series A - the largest fully secured Series A in the global fusion industry - they are scaling rapidly across multiple geographies. Based in Germany and the US, they have brought together top scientific and engineering minds using proven technologies to unlock fusion power at commercial scale.
Mission
Focused Energy is working to realize game-changing scientific innovation that promises to deliver a clean, sustainable and abundant source of power globally.
Key facts
- Fusion energy
- $240M Series A - the largest fully secured Series A in the global fusion industry
- Based in Germany and the US
- Uses laser-driven inertial fusion
- Darmstadt office offers a canteen with lunch options daily
Partners & customers
What they value
- Ownership
- Collaborative Culture
- Innovation
- Your Success is our Success