Fusion Nuclear Engineer - Reactor Design & Simulation Equity

Realta Fusion Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with equity

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Realta Fusion Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to provide critical input on the technology development roadmap and to contribute to Hammir-DD, Realta’s reactor-scale tandem magnetic mirror platform ahead of the first fusion pilot plant.

The role involves performing radiation transport simulations, interfacing with cross-disciplinary teams, and supporting risk assessment, regulatory applications, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS + 3 years' experience in Nuclear Engineering or a related field.
• Advanced degree a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, external partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Setup and perform radiation transport and activation simulations of fusion devices and facilities.
• Interface with science and engineering teams to aid design, development, and deployment of fusion devices. Support analysis of fusion products detector data on operating fusion energy systems.
• Support technical risk assessment activities, feasibility studies, and technology roadmap development.
• Develop specifications for sub-systems and interact with external contractors in design and supply of components.
• Synthesize and present technical work internally and externally, communicate daily with project teams and leadership to support programmatic needs.
• Contribute to the establishment of company safety standards. Support radiation licensing and regulatory applications.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that aligns with the company's mission, values, and sustainability goals, promoting innovation, collaboration, and employee engagement.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Education

BS in Nuclear Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MCNP

OpenMC

DAGMC

MCBEND

Job description

Realta Fusion Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Nuclear Engineer to provide critical input on the technology development roadmap and to contribute to Hammir-DD, Realta’s reactor-scale tandem magnetic mirror platform ahead of the first fusion pilot plant.

The role involves performing radiation transport simulations, interfacing with cross-disciplinary teams, and supporting risk assessment, regulatory applications, and safety standards.