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Magnet Engineer
5 months ago
Full time role
In-person · Munich, BY, DE
WHO WE ARE
At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.
Our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets.
We're on a journey to redefine the energy landscape, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION
- You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world
- You'll get to join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals
- Do your life’s best work and enjoy the journey
- Get to show that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Design, build and test (with partners) the first of its kind non-planar HTS stellarator magnet
- Examine HTS cable and coil concepts in the context of stellarator design
- Develop lab tests and hardware prototypes
- Collaborate with domain experts in stellarator optimization to define reduced order proxies for HTS engineering constraints
- Work with other design teams on the conceptual design of a stellarator power plant
WHO YOU ARE
- An expert in the field of HTS physics and engineering, particularly in quench prevention
- Hands-on experience with HTS materials
- Desirable: experienced with soldering HTS materials/NI coils
- Proficient in multi-scale and multi-physics simulation using standard commercial tools
- Experienced in conceptual design exploration and reduced order analysis
- Familiar with laboratory procedures, especially in electrical engineering
INTERVIEW PROCESS
- Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)
- Technical Screening (30 min)
- Technical Panel (3x60 min)
- CEO call (30 min)
Proxima Fusion is firmly committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We embrace the principles of equality and stand against discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.
Our organizational culture values and promotes equal opportunities for everyone, recognizing that a diverse team brings a richness of perspectives and contributes to our overall success. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates with various backgrounds, talents, and potential. Our selection process is solely based on individual merit, ensuring fair and impartial consideration for all applicants.
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