Engineering Physicist- Diagnostics

Type One Energy Group, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Insurance plans

Retirement options

Hybrid work policy

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Type One Energy Group, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is inviting applications for the position of Engineering Physicist. In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of fusion energy through the development and operation of diagnostic systems for plasma physics experiments. Candidates should possess a B.S. in a relevant engineering field and experience with data analysis tools.

We offer a hybrid work policy, stock options, insurance plans, and retirement options, creating an exciting opportunity for passionate innovators.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation using scientific software.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to fusion experiments.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the design and deployment of diagnostic systems.
• Support development of data analysis models for plasma diagnostics.
• Participate in planning and execution of experiments.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Familiarity with CAD

Education

B.S. in Engineering Physics or similar

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

About this position

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

• 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

What you’ll need

• 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;
• Knowledge of fusion stellarator concepts, including device physics and operational requirements, is highly desirable

We offer

In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…

• A hybrid work policy
• Stock options
• Insurance plans
• Retirement options
• And many more great voluntary benefits

Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high‑field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest‑risk, shortest‑schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner‑intensive and capital‑efficient strategy.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.