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Research Engineer

2/20/2026

The Research Engineer will be responsible for inventing, developing, and refining the technology inherent to SHINE’s business and products, including troubleshooting existing systems. Specific duties involve designing and implementing experiments, performing computer analyses, and creating detailed written reports of work performed and results found.

Salary

90000 - 115000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, SHINE is an industry leader in next-generation fusion, developing innovative fusion-based technology that combines safety, cost-efficiency and environmental responsibility. SHINE has successfully commercialized fusion across multiple applications, including neutron testing markets such as neutron radiography, radiation-effects testing and fusion material research. It has commercialized and is scaling its proprietary medical isotope production, processes, supplying high-quality radioisotopes essential for procedures including diagnosing heart disease and cancer as well as cancer therapy. Beyond these applications, SHINE is pioneering nuclear waste recycling to make nuclear energy more sustainable. Its long-term purpose is to change the way humans make energy by commercializing fusion energy. Unlike other fusion companies, SHINE takes a commercially driven path mirroring successful deep-tech industries. Through this visionary approach, SHINE is advancing technology, healthcare, and sustainable energy, making a lasting impact across multiple sectors. #SHINETogether #FusionTechnology
About the Role

Description

SHINE Technologies is seeking a Research Engineer who will be responsible for inventing, developing, and refining the technology inherent to SHINE’s business and products. Additionally, the Research Engineer individual will be charged with troubleshooting existing systems and designing and building test equipment to expand SHINE’s basic knowledge in fields pertinent to its business.

  

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.


Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific duties and responsibilities of the Research Engineer include, but are not limited to:

  • Design and implement experiments to further understanding of essential technologies for SHINE’s core products.
  • Record and analyze data from existing systems and test rigs.
  • Perform various computer analyses (mechanical, electrostatics, magnetostatics, etc.) on existing products and potential designs; provide analysis for these analyses.
  • Design, prototype, and evaluate new components and products for Phoenix. Assist the mechanical engineering team in productizing these designs.
  • Troubleshoot existing products and prototypes.
  • Perform extensive literature searches for data and experiments relevant to Phoenix’s core technology.
  • Create detailed and comprehensive written reports of work performed and results found.


Requirements

  • Advanced degree in physical science or engineering field or 3+ years’ experience as a research engineer.
  • Extensive knowledge of, and experience with vacuum systems and vacuum system design.
  • Extensive knowledge of, and experience with high voltage power and high voltage design.
  • Knowledge of CAD software, particularly SolidWorks
  • Experience with finite element modeling software including mechanics, electrostatics, and magnetostatics design and the ability to rapidly learn others.
  • Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
  • Must have the ability to conceive and perform mathematical analyses of complicated physical problems.

  

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.


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Key Skills
Vacuum SystemsVacuum System DesignHigh Voltage PowerHigh Voltage DesignCAD SoftwareSolidWorksFinite Element ModelingMechanics AnalysisElectrostatics AnalysisMagnetostatics AnalysisExperimental DesignData AnalysisPrototypingLiterature SearchReport WritingMathematical Analysis
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchEnergy
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