Type One Energy-posted 2 months ago
Full-time
Knoxville, TN
51-100 employees

Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies. If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a 'Materials Scientist'.

  • Lead a program aimed at the timely delivery of reduced activation steels for in-vessel components such as the blanket and first wall.
  • Support structural materials selection and evaluation for additional systems, including the vacuum vessel and ex-vessel components.
  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis on a variety of materials, including their composition, microstructure, properties, and behavior under different conditions.
  • Plan and execute fusion relevant environmental testing campaigns for verifying performance of materials and components over their expected in-service lifetimes.
  • Utilize advanced techniques to characterize material properties, including mechanical, thermal, and magnetic properties.
  • Engage with vendors to develop manufacturing processes that ensure adherence to quality standards for maintaining a strict control over material properties for fusion relevant materials.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new materials into product development.
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publications to disseminate research findings and contribute to the scientific community.
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of Scientists, Engineers, and Technicians to foster a collaborative environment.
  • Collaborate with external partners, including academic institutions and research organizations, to explore potential collaborations and stay at the forefront of materials, fusion, and stellarator technologies.
  • Strong educational background in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • In-depth knowledge of material properties, processing methods, and characterization techniques, particularly as it pertains to steels (fusion relevant steels preferred).
  • Proven hands-on experience in materials test methods such as thermophysical, mechanical, or microscopy.
  • Experience planning and executing radiation experiments and post irradiation examination (PIE).
  • Familiarity with computational modelling and simulation tools.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose innovative solutions.
  • Attention to detail in experimental work and data analysis.
  • Stock and share options
  • Relocation allowance
  • Insurance plans
  • 401k retirement options
  • Yearly bonus
  • Many more great voluntary benefits
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