Summer 2026 Internship - Manufacturing… at Pacific Fusion · San…

Summary: Pacific Fusion is a company founded in 2023 with a mission to provide clean energy through innovative fusion technology. The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will assist in building power generation component samples for the fusion system, working closely with manufacturing engineers and production teams. Responsibilities: - Aid in implementation of Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) - Work alongside the build technicians and manufacturing engineers to create, edit, and release work instructions to build the product - Be responsible for capturing redlines suggested by the technicians and conducting recurring meetings to determine what to add to the work instructions - Aid manufacturing engineers in tooling design and fabrication - Data collection, consolidation, and reduction to show trends with recommended actions to take based on the trends Required Qualifications: - Pursuing a degree in Engineering, or a related field - Willingness to build with the technicians and engineers to thoroughly understand the build process - Attentive listening to collect every detail possible during the creation of the work instructions - Ability to think on your feet and provide quick solutions as problems arise - Excellent organizational and communication skills - Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning in June 2026 Preferred Qualifications: - 6+ months of a previous internship, co-op, or academic project experience outside of normal classes - GPA of 3.5 or above - Basic experience with CAD Software, MATLAB, Python, or Excel - Basic experience with machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, and air tools - Exposure to MES and MRP systems, specifically knowledge of how they are used to increase efficiency of production Required Skills: Manufacturing Execution Software, CAD Software, MATLAB, Python Important Skills: Excel, Machining equipment, Hand tools, Power tools, Air tools, MES systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Communication skills, Organizational skills, Problem-solving, Attention to detail Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Industry-competitive salary, Equity plan, 6% employer 401k matching, Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave), Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance