Alpha Cryogenics Engineer

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze integrated cooling systems for the Alpha stellarator and wider cryogenic plant, conducting trade studies between components.
• Use first principles reasoning and simulation to detail and validate the design of Alpha cryogenic systems.
• Collaborate closely with electromagnetic, mechanical and electrical engineers, magnet experts, and physicists.
• Conduct performance analysis and troubleshooting of cryogenic systems.
• Identify and act as an expert customer for projects with external suppliers and partners to specify and co-design cryogenic systems with the highest quality and speed.

Requirements

• Team players who love challenges and are not afraid to experiment, take risks and learn from mistakes.
• Experience in cryogenic plant design, commissioning, and operation.
• Proven track record in specifying and designing cryogenic cooling systems using both multi-physics and reduced-order modelling.
• Experience validating cryogenic systems through a combination of simulations, testing, and prototyping.
• Demonstrated ability to lead external work packages and manage procurement projects.
• INTERVIEW PROCESS
• Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)
• Technical Screening (30 min)
• Technical Panel (3x60 min)
• CEO call (30 min)

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