What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Physicist- Diagnostics position at Type One Energy?
Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡️
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.
If You Are Searching For The Best New Ideas And Share Our Vision, Join Us As An Engineering Physicist. This Is What You Need To Know
Location: Knoxville, TN
Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Contract: Permanent, full time
Reporting to: Director of Electrical and Software Engineering
Your Role In The Mission
Type One Energy is seeking an Engineering Physicist to join its growing team. As an Engineering Physicist, you will be responsible for supporting individual plasma diagnostic(s) to ensure machine protection, real-time control and/or investigations on our advanced fusion stellarator including development, deployment and operation. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving progress and ensuring the successful operation of diagnostic systems critical to achieving our research and commercial goals. The ideal candidate will also contribute to other teams of Engineers and Scientists on similar projects throughout Type One Energy.
Responsibilities
In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Export Control Compliance Notice
This position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations.
Type One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws.
For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. Any offer of employment for such positions may be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws and obtain any required government authorizations.
U.S. Employment Eligibility Verification
For positions based in the United States, Type One Energy participates in E-Verify and verifies the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees in accordance with applicable federal law. Employees hired to work in the United States will be required to complete the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Candidate Privacy
Type One Energy collects personal information from applicants for recruitment, hiring, and related business purposes. We process applicant information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws and take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality and security of personal information. By applying for a position, you acknowledge that your personal information may be collected, used, stored, transferred, and disclosed as necessary to evaluate your candidacy, conduct pre-employment screenings where permitted by law, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.
If You Are Searching For The Best New Ideas And Share Our Vision, Join Us As An Engineering Physicist. This Is What You Need To Know
Location: Knoxville, TN
Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Contract: Permanent, full time
Reporting to: Director of Electrical and Software Engineering
Your Role In The Mission
Type One Energy is seeking an Engineering Physicist to join its growing team. As an Engineering Physicist, you will be responsible for supporting individual plasma diagnostic(s) to ensure machine protection, real-time control and/or investigations on our advanced fusion stellarator including development, deployment and operation. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving progress and ensuring the successful operation of diagnostic systems critical to achieving our research and commercial goals. The ideal candidate will also contribute to other teams of Engineers and Scientists on similar projects throughout Type One Energy.
Responsibilities
- Lead or support the conceptualization, design, construction, and deployment of an individual diagnostic(s) to ensure they meet technical feasibility
- Support development and application of data analysis and/or models for plasma diagnostics
- Support mechanical, nuclear and/or electrical engineering applications for plasma diagnostics
- Participate in planning, execution, and analysis of experiments
- B.S. in Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field;
- Familiarity in designing, developing, and/or operating advanced diagnostic systems for fusion or plasma physics experiments;
- Experience in data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation using scientific software and programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB);
- Familiarity with Computer Aided Design and Analysis software;
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to diagnostic systems;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, present findings to diverse audiences, and contribute to scientific publications and proposals;
- Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures related to fusion experiments and diagnostics; and
- Knowledge of fusion stellarator concepts, including device physics and operational requirements, is highly desirable
In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…
- A hybrid work policy
- Stock options
- Relocation allowance
- Insurance plans
- Retirement options
- And many more great voluntary benefits
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Export Control Compliance Notice
This position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations.
Type One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws.
For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. Any offer of employment for such positions may be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws and obtain any required government authorizations.
U.S. Employment Eligibility Verification
For positions based in the United States, Type One Energy participates in E-Verify and verifies the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees in accordance with applicable federal law. Employees hired to work in the United States will be required to complete the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Candidate Privacy
Type One Energy collects personal information from applicants for recruitment, hiring, and related business purposes. We process applicant information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws and take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality and security of personal information. By applying for a position, you acknowledge that your personal information may be collected, used, stored, transferred, and disclosed as necessary to evaluate your candidacy, conduct pre-employment screenings where permitted by law, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.