Proxima Fusion

Senior Cryogenics Engineer

Munich, BY, DE

In-personFull time roleSenior Level

11 days ago

About the Job

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
Are you an experienced electrical engineer passionate about shaping the future of energy? Proxima Fusion is seeking a leader to spearhead the development of electrical systems for stellarator fusion power plants. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in cross-disciplinary teams in fast-paced R&D environments. Experience with high-current power supplies or development of instrumentation equipment is a strong bonus.


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

  • Designing integrated cooling systems that can robustly maintain cryogenic temperatures in large-scale superconducting coils;
  • Evaluating high-level systems concepts, conducting trade studies between components;
  • Collaborating closely with our team of EM, mechanical and electrical engineers, HTS experts, and physicists;
  • Conducting performance analysis and troubleshooting of cryogenic systems;
  • Mentoring and guiding junior engineers in cryogenics and related technologies;
  • Coordinating projects with external suppliers and partners to deliver with the highest quality and speed.

WHO YOU ARE

  • Experienced in cryogenic design and thermal analysis, especially for large-scale prototypes;
  • Proficient in multi-physics modelling, particularly thermal, electromagnetic and structural analysis;
  • Experienced in conceptual design exploration and reduced order analysis;
  • Skilled in engineering development from prototype through to design for manufacture;
  • Excited about working in a dynamic startup environment and passionate about innovative technology applied to clean energy;

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.

About the Company

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Proxima Fusion

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

21-50

<div class="section"> <div class="container"> <h2 class="h2"><span class="h-aqua">Fusion has many obstacles.</span>&nbsp;With QI stellarators, we are overcoming them.<br /><br />Stellarators are the power plants of the future, complementing renewables and&nbsp;<span class="h-aqua">offering clean, abundant and safe energy for all.</span></h2> </div> </div> <div class="section"> <div class="container giants"> <div class="h6-wrapper"> <div class="dot">&nbsp;</div> <h6 class="h6">Wendelstein - 7X</h6> </div> <h1 class="display blue">Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants</h1> <div class="w-layout-grid _3-grid"> <div id="w-node-_038c5ad1-fdd9-7ede-09d3-4eb4347325cb-9d902102" class="text-link-wrapper" data-w-id="038c5ad1-fdd9-7ede-09d3-4eb4347325cb"><a id="w-node-f60754bc-f5d2-bfc8-6181-c5fb528c6bf6-9d902102" class="text-link" href="https://www.proximafusion.com/archived/old-about">More About Us</a><img class="link-arrow" src="https://assets-global.website-files.com/65b10cc303e570e609b235c8/65b10cc303e570e609b235ec_aqua%20%E2%86%93.svg" alt="" loading="lazy" /></div> <p id="w-node-_3eaafbdf-588f-a383-47e6-9e61e35743d2-9d902102" class="p-w-top">The world&rsquo;s most advanced optimized stellarator, W7-X, was completed in 2015 by the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics and has since repeatedly broken key performance records.</p> </div> </div> </div>

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