Divertor R&D Lead

Proxima Fusion

Munich, Germany

Posted on: 2024-09-05

Category: energy

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Building stellarator fusion power plants—the clearest, most robust path to commercial fusion energy.

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.

YOUR IMPACT

As the Divertor R&D Lead, you will be spearheading the early modelling, simulation and design considerations in the context of the overall design of our stellarator prototype. You will identify and mitigate risks through advanced analysis and guide the transition from physics and engineering simulations towards hardware prototypes.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of fusion energy, on pivotal stellarator component, in a project that has the potential to redefine the future of energy. If you're ready to take on a challenge that pushes the boundaries of what is possible, we would like to hear from you.

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.

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

Lead the early-stage simulations and design considerations for the divertor in our next-step stellarator prototype

Manage and address the physics and engineering risks and opportunities associated with the divertor

Proactively conduct studies and physics and engineering simulations

Collaborate with other subsystem teams to assess the implications of the divertor on the overall stellarator design

Identify, initiate, and lead R&D projects, working closely with industry and scientific partners

Oversee budgets for your projects and deliver reports, particularly to public funding bodies, as required

Contribute to expanding and strengthening our team

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for high performers that love challenges and see these as learning opportunities.

It is important not to be afraid to experiment, take risks and learn from mistakes. We believe in contentious iterations and getting things done.

Bring expertise in simulation modelling and the design of high heat flux systems or plasma-facing components

Have a solid background in R&D, preferably with experience in an industrial environment

Hold a degree in physics or engineering

Are knowledgeable about stellarators or eager to dive deep and learn quickly

Have a strong affinity for computational methods, software, and coding

Are well-versed in material properties and selection

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Recruiter Interview (30-60 min

Technical Screening (30 min)

Technical Panel (3x60 min)

CEO call (30 min)

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