Test Engineer

Thea Energy; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee equity stock options

20 days PTO

Job summary

A leading fusion energy company in New Jersey is looking for experienced test engineers to design and operate test facilities for high temperature superconducting components. The role offers autonomy in a fast-paced team environment focused on innovative solutions for sustainable energy. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in related fields, along with experience in superconductors and vacuum systems. The position includes benefits like comprehensive health coverage, employee equity options, and 20 days of PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience designing or testing superconductors, magnets, cryogenics, or vacuum systems.
• Experience operating or developing LabVIEW-based test facilities.
• Ability to execute and flourish in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly design, commission, and operate test and measurement systems.
• Develop specifications for testing HTS tapes, current leads, and magnets.
• Develop and integrate cryogenic, vacuum, and instrumentation & control systems.

Skills

Superconductors

Cryogenics

Vacuum systems

CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS)

LabVIEW

Data analysis

Test plan execution

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields

Tools

LabVIEW

SOLIDWORKS

Python

Job description

About Thea Energy

Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer‑controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future.

Position Overview

Thea Energy is seeking experienced, highly motivated test engineers to join its rapidly growing team. The test engineering roles will design, commission, and operate test facilities for high temperature superconducting ("HTS") tapes, current leads, and magnets. HTS magnets and power distribution are foundational components of Thea Energy’s planar coil stellarator, making compact, simpler, and lower‑cost fusion systems possible. As part of a rapidly growing team, you’ll be part of the organizational build‑up of a leading fusion energy company. These roles will have a high degree of autonomy and must be able to move quickly. The Thea Energy team is comprised of self‑motivated, creative, and fun individuals with an excitement for solving complex problems.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Rapidly design, commission, and operate test and measurement systems and facilities
• Develop specifications for the testing of HTS tapes, current leads, and magnets
• Develop and execute test processes and procedures
• Develop and integrate cryogenic, vacuum, and Instrumentation & Control systems
• Develop data analysis software and algorithms using Python or similar
• Provide integration and test support for—and occasionally develop—LabVIEW software
• Collaborate with vendors to procure measurement and test equipment
• Track and report results and progress against program goals and milestones
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Experience & Skillsets

• Experience designing or testing superconductors, magnets, cryogenics, or vacuum systems
• Experience designing or testing high‑pressure or cryogenic fluid networks
• Experience using CAD software (e.g. SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, NX, etc.)Experience specifying and implementing precision instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Experience operating or developing LabVIEW‑based test facilities
• Experience writing and executing test plans
• Ability to work through and solve highly multidisciplinary engineering problems
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to execute and flourish in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment
• Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines
• Exceptional work ethic
• Clear communication and collaboration skills
• Innate desire to learn, innovate, and critique ideas including one’s own
• At least a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields
• Experience with magnetic confinement fusion, aerospace, medical devices, or other highly technical industries is ideal

Company Benefits

• Salary range $85,000-$150,000
• Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
• Employee equity stock options
• 20 days PTO

Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
• Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on‑call
• Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

It’s not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.

Diversity and Inclusion

Thea Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds. By creating a diverse environment, we will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.