CAD Designer
Listed on 2026-07-07
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Engineering
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Mechanical Engineer
Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state‑of‑the‑art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.
About Type One EnergyIf you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a CAD Designer. This is what you need to know:
Location: Knoxville, TN
Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Contract: Permanent, full time
Reporting to: CAD Design Manager
Your role in the missionWe are looking for an experienced CAD Designer who will be responsible for CAD designs for our stellarator fusion technologies.
The primary responsibility of the CAD Designer is to create computer aided modeling required to enable the design and fabrication of our fusion devices. You will work closely with Engineers and Scientists and will also be responsible for:
- Translating mechanical design requirements into an integrated 3D configuration models.
- Developing interfaces between and among stellarator systems and resolve any conflicts.
- Developing accurate CAD models based on given specifications.
- Converting CAD models into technical drawings for fabrication, accurate and concise callouts for fabrication specifications, and help coordinate the fabrication of components.
- Associates degree or BS degree in Engineering and 5 years of design related experience or equivaleddesign experience.
- Five years of experience using commercial CAD software, as well as an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T).
- The candidate will preferably have proficiency using Siemens NX computer aided design software.
- Experience with design of fusion energy systems and equipment is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills including verbal, presentation, and writing skills are required to enable effective interaction with technical peers, program managers, and sponsors
- A hybrid work policy
- Stock options
- Insurance plans
- Retirement options
- And many more great voluntary benefits
Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our Fusion Direct development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit or follow us on Linked In.
Equal Opportunity StatementType One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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