Lead Fusion Engineer, Plasma Neutron Source

Job overview

The Lead Fusion Engineer, Plasma Neutron Source role is onsite in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes it as commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a competitive salary. AMPERA is developing compact fusion-based neutron sources as part of its advanced nuclear energy technology. This engineer will take the first experimental plasma neutron source from completed preliminary design through procurement, assembly, commissioning, and initial operation. The role owns technical integration across high voltage, RF, vacuum, gas, diagnostics, controls, and safety so the system can produce stable plasma and generate neutron measurement and model-validation data.

What you'll do

• Close open design decisions and manage design change control
• own high-voltage system integration and safety interlocks
• integrate RF plasma source components
• commission vacuum and gas systems
• bring up plasma diagnostics and neutron and gamma detection
• architect controls and data acquisition
• lead hazard analysis and safety interfaces
• manage technical procurement and suppliers
• lead lab setup, assembly, and commissioning
• hire and direct technicians and contractors
• coordinate university partners and report schedule, budget, risk, and results to the CTO.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead fusion engineer

plasma neutron source

palm beach gardens fl

ampera

onsite lab

fusion

plasma physics

high voltage

rf plasma

ultra-high vacuum

commissioning

radiation safety

relocation assistance

equity program

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package
• participation in the company equity program through Incentive Stock Options
• relocation assistance for qualified candidates where applicable.

Why this role

Requires at least seven years of hands-on experience building and operating experimental plasma, accelerator, ion-source, or pulsed-power systems, including one taken from design through commissioning; M.S. or Ph.D. or equivalent industry experience accepted. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

About the employer

AMPERA INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.