HTS Magnet Engineer

Thea Energy
Thea Energy

Kearny, NJ, USA

USD 85k-150k / year + Equity

Posted 6+ months ago

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Rapidly design, build, and test HTS magnets
  • Develop specifications for magnets based on system design and performance goals
  • Optimize magnet design and run analysis using Multiphysics simulation software (e.g. Ansys EM, Structure, COMSOL, etc.)
  • Develop design tools, data analysis software, and algorithms using Python or similar
  • Incorporate design for manufacturing principles and support first builds
  • Produce design specifications and collaborate with vendors to get quotes and deliver hardware that meets qualifications
  • Support the implementation of tooling and manufacturing
  • Design and execute magnet testing
  • Track and report results and progress against program goals and milestones
  • Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Experience & Skillsets:

  • Experience with magnets, cryogenics, vacuum systems, or transformer design
  • Experience in design using CAD software (e.g. Solidworks, CATIA, NX, etc.)
  • Experience with Ansys and/or COMSOL
  • Experience specifying machining, welding, and fabrication requirements
  • 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
  • Strong team member with clear communication and collaboration skills
  • Innate desire to learn, innovate, and critique ideas including one’s own
  • At least a bachelor’s degree in physics, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials 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.