Senior Mechanical Engineer | Structures

Developing stellarator technology for commercially viable fusion power plants, building on W7-X stellarator advances.
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Description For Senior Mechanical Engineer | Structures

Proxima Fusion is at the forefront of sustainable energy innovation, developing advanced stellarator technology for fusion power plants. Their current project, Proxima Alpha, targets completion by 2031 and represents a significant advancement in fusion technology, following the successful W7-X stellarator prototype.

As a Senior Structural Mechanical Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the engineering design of critical components including support structures, vacuum vessels, and thermal shields. The role demands expertise in finite element analysis, computational structural mechanics, and thermo-mechanical analyses, particularly with cryogenic components.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking fusion technology with a world-class team. You'll collaborate with the stellarator optimization team and suppliers, conducting crucial analyses and feasibility studies that directly impact the future of sustainable energy.

Proxima Fusion offers an inclusive, diverse work environment with compelling benefits including stock options, language courses, and comprehensive transportation benefits. The company maintains strong partnerships with internationally renowned groups and industrial companies, providing an excellent platform for professional growth.

This role is perfect for an experienced mechanical engineer passionate about sustainable energy and ready to contribute to a technology that could revolutionize global energy production. You'll be part of a mission-driven team working on one of the most ambitious and important technological challenges of our time.

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Responsibilities For Senior Mechanical Engineer | Structures

  • Contribute to engineering design of structurally significant systems
  • Conduct technology trade-offs, material selection, and feasibility studies
  • Perform thermal and structural analyses
  • Simulate safety-critical failure scenarios
  • Collaborate with stellarator optimization team
  • Work with suppliers for manufacturability and project progression

Requirements For Senior Mechanical Engineer | Structures

  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering with focus on structural design
  • 7+ years of professional experience in finite element analysis
  • Expertise in computational structural mechanics
  • Experience with thermo-mechanical analyses
  • Proficiency in CAD tools and finite element analysis software
  • Experience in simulation-driven design
  • Ability to work effectively with broad project scopes

Benefits For Senior Mechanical Engineer | Structures

  • Stock options program
  • Language courses for team members and families
  • Free public transport in Munich and regional trains in Germany

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