Thea Energy is building an economical and scalable fusion energy system utilizing arrays of mass manufacturable magnets and dynamic software controls. Commercial fusion energy can uniquely provide a abundant source of zero-emission power for a sustainable future. Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in computation and controls to reinvent the stellarator, a scientifically mature form of magnetic fusion technology. Thea Energy was founded in 2022 as a spin-out of the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory and Princeton University, where the stellarator was originally invented. Thea Energy is currently designing its first integrated fusion system, Eos, based on its planar coil stellarator architecture which will produce fusion neutrons at scale and in steady-state.
About Thea Energy:
Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future.
Position Overview:
Thea Energy is looking for an experienced, highly motivated human resources professional to help scale and manage its HR practices, talent, and culture. This candidate will interact with the Company’s leadership, finance & operations, and technical teams to facilitate recruitment, onboarding, and help to grow its strong company culture and overall employee experience. This role will have a high degree of autonomy, and the ideal candidate must be able to move quickly. Your efforts will directly contribute to the organization's success by supporting HR initiatives and attracting, developing, and retraining top talent. Thea Energy’s dynamic team is made up of self-motivated individuals with an excitement for solving complex problems.
It’s not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Thea Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds. By creating a diverse environment, we will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Key Responsibility Areas:
Manage and grow Thea Energy’s talent recruitment, screening, and interviewing processesPlan hiring strategy for key future rolesManage employee onboarding and new hire orientation processesManage and develop company policies, programs, and procedures, and evolve processes as the company grows Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and community engagement plansCoordinate employee benefits packagesWork with the Company’s leadership to support employee growth & developmentNurture and track career paths for team membersAdvise in employee review and compensation discussionsMaintain HR related files and informationEmploy strategies to build, maintain, and grow the Company’s workplace cultureIdeal Experience & Skillsets:
10+ years of relevant work experience Past leadership positions and experience managing and growing HR organizationsProven ability of supporting businesses through growth periodsProven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritiesExcellent negotiation, communication, and collaboration skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environmentAbility to work across cross-functional teams to support HR challenges and recruitment needs Experience with Lever ATS or similar ATS toolsWell organized, structured and process driven with a speed & execution mindsetExcellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong ethics and discretion Ability to find creative solutions to problemsExceptional work ethicCompany Benefits:
Salary range $125,000-$185,000Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision) Employee equity stock options 20 days PTO