Materials Lead Engineer for Fusion Stellarator Tech

Proxima Fusion; Town of Oxford; Hybrid; CAD 92,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fusion technology company in Oxford is searching for a Materials Engineer to select and verify materials for the Alpha stellarator project. This position involves collaboration with system designers and managing external contracts, ensuring that all materials meet the necessary specifications for high-performance and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fusion-relevant materials and project management experience, contributing to a bold mission in clean energy innovation.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology

Collaboration with experts in the field

Influence on the future of sustainable energy

Qualifications

• Experience in fusion-relevant materials including high temperature, cryogenic, and plasma facing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide recommendations for Alpha core systems materials.
• Lead the selection and verification of materials and techniques.
• Manage external contracts for materials data and demonstrations.
• Maintain the Proxima materials database.

Skills

Materials recommendations

Materials characterisation

Testing and prototyping

Knowledge of materials standards

Project management

Education

Degree in Materials Engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading fusion technology company in Oxford is searching for a Materials Engineer to select and verify materials for the Alpha stellarator project. This position involves collaboration with system designers and managing external contracts, ensuring that all materials meet the necessary specifications for high-performance and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fusion-relevant materials and project management experience, contributing to a bold mission in clean energy innovation.