Senior Pulsed-Power Physicist, Fusion Lab Lead

Xcimer Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (ATO) policy

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Xcimer Energy in Denver, CO is hiring a Pulsed Power Physicist to work on the science of electron-beam cathodes for inertial fusion. This full-time, onsite role involves optimizing beam efficiency, leading experimentation, and managing cathode system design and procurement. Candidates should hold a PhD in physics or electrical engineering and possess hands-on experience with vacuum electronics and system integration. Competitive salary of $140,000 - $180,000 plus comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in beam diagnostics including Faraday cups and calorimetry.
• Hands-on experience with vacuum electronics and electron-beam generation.
• Comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and physics domains.

Responsibilities

• Optimize beam efficiency and energy deposition on target.
• Lead design, fabrication, and testing of cathode systems.
• Develop and validate beam transport models for design guidance.

Skills

Beam diagnostics

Vacuum electronics

Experimental system design

Pulsed power systems

Education

PhD in physics or electrical engineering

Tools

Lab instrumentation

PIC simulation codes

Job description

Xcimer Energy in Denver, CO is hiring a Pulsed Power Physicist to work on the science of electron-beam cathodes for inertial fusion. This full-time, onsite role involves optimizing beam efficiency, leading experimentation, and managing cathode system design and procurement. Candidates should hold a PhD in physics or electrical engineering and possess hands-on experience with vacuum electronics and system integration. Competitive salary of $140,000 - $180,000 plus comprehensive benefits package offered.