Fusion Energy Operations Lead

Tri Alpha Energy Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Tri Alpha Energy Inc. seeks a Technical Program Coordinator in California to support fusion energy operations. The role involves coordinating daily research operations, managing experimental proposals, and tracking machine performance. Ideal candidates should have 1–2 years of relevant experience in R&D or manufacturing, a B.S. in Physics or Engineering, and proficiency with project management tools like Jira and Confluence. Competitive salary between $68,000 and $76,000, along with a variety of benefits including medical and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in R&D lab, construction, or manufacturing required.
• Preferred experience in laboratory operations, technical coordination, or project management.
• Experience with high-voltage systems or vacuum systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily and longer-term operations for experimental workflows.
• Build and maintain weekly operations schedules and experimental campaigns.
• Serve as a communication link for machine operations across teams.
• Implement processes to track technical incidents and maintenance issues.
• Conduct data analyses and report on operational trends.

Skills

R&D lab experience

Technical coordination

Project management

Data analysis

Data visualization

Proficiency in Python

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Physics, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Tri Alpha Energy Inc. seeks a Technical Program Coordinator in California to support fusion energy operations. The role involves coordinating daily research operations, managing experimental proposals, and tracking machine performance. Ideal candidates should have 1–2 years of relevant experience in R&D or manufacturing, a B.S. in Physics or Engineering, and proficiency with project management tools like Jira and Confluence. Competitive salary between $68,000 and $76,000, along with a variety of benefits including medical and wellness programs.