Proxima Fusion

Multiphysics Simulation Engineer

Munich, BY, DE

In-person, HybridFull time roleEarly Career

25 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
As a Multiphysics Simulation Engineer, you will be advancing our integrated simulation platform that integrates diverse physical phenomena. Your ability to grasp multiple physics domains such as electromagnetism, structural mechanics and thermal propagation will help us deliver robust engineering simulations essential to design and assess the feasibility of our stellarator prototype.


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

  • Develop and run multiphysics simulations for various stellarator subsystems such as magnets, support structures, and plasma heating systems.
  • Integrate models in our stellarator simulation stack.
  • Evaluate engineering concepts across multiple domains, including electromagnetism, structural mechanics, and thermal propagation.
  • Generate parametric CAD models for stellarator components.
  • Identify simulation-driven risks and opportunities, recommending design adjustments and optimizations.

WHO YOU ARE

  • Motivated by solving complex, interdisciplinary engineering challenges.
  • Experienced with multiphysics simulations in advanced technology fields.
  • Experienced with software engineering and proficient in Python.
  • Hold a degree in engineering, physics, computational science, or a related technical field.
  • Eager to expand your expertise across various physics domains.
  • Comfortable with uncertainty, iterative processes, and innovation-driven environments.

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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