FEA Analyst

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.

What’s more, 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.

To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together driving something extraordinary, radically transforming technology in the world.

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

YOUR IMPACT

• As an FEA analyst, you will significantly contribute to the mechanical design of different subsystems at Proxima Fusion. You will work hand-in-hand with mechanical designers to iterate on concepts and bring home the target level of performance. Proxima Fusion prides itself in heavily leveraging an in-house, simulation-driven framework aimed at assessing feasibility and complexity of integrated machine concepts. You will join a highly motivated group of engineers using various numerical methods for different physics in order to optimize the machine as a whole, with your primary focus on structural and thermal FEA.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Work with the material engineering team to identify critical gaps in the cryogenic material database for FEA simulations and contribute to the development characterization of novel manufacturing methods.

• Propose 1D/2D models and analysis to efficiently capture key behavior and inform large-scale optimization.

• Full-blown 3D analysis on detailed designs to evaluate structural and thermal attributes in preparation for final design reviews.

• Develop and implement best practices, workflows and overall modelling strategy.

WHO YOU ARE

• A high performer who loves challenges and is not afraid to experiment, take risks and learn from mistakes.

• An experienced FEA analyst with high attention to detail and proficiency in a commercial structural/thermal FEA package.

• Knowledgeable about fundamental FEA concepts (e.g. non-linear materials, solver convergence, contact modelling).

• Highly analytical with the ability to carry out back-of-the-envelope sensitivity analysis and implement reduced order models.

• A strong collaborator with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, proactive in identifying and addressing engineering challenges.

• Experienced with Python and automation as bonus.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)

• Technical Screening (30 min)

• Technical Panel (3x60 min)

• CEO call (30 min)

At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high-performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.