Senior Structural Mechanical Design Expert

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Proxima Fusion GmbH Full time
Transform the Future of Sustainable Energy

Proxima Fusion GmbH is pioneering a bold mission to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our cutting-edge concept, built on the W7-X stellarator and advanced technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.

We're pushing the boundaries of fusion technology through stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning. This approach unlocks new design points, enabling high-performance systems that drive innovation.

As a Senior Structural Mechanical Engineer at Proxima Fusion, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the engineering design of support structures, vacuum vessels, thermal shields, and gravity supports for our prototype stellarator.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced professional with a Master's degree in mechanical engineering and 7+ years of experience performing finite element analysis in multidisciplinary product development teams. Your expertise should include computational structural mechanics, non-linear materials, plasticity, fatigue, solver convergence, and contact mechanics.

You'll be working on the conceptual design phase of Proxima Alpha, collaborating with our stellarator optimization team to streamline overall system design and ensure efficient manufacturability. Your contributions will significantly impact the project's success and shape the future of fusion technology.

Your Responsibilities
  • Conduct technology trade-offs, material selection, and feasibility studies for structurally significant systems;
  • Perform thermal and structural analyses to validate engineering choices and enhance system reliability;
  • Simulate safety-critical failure scenarios to optimize system performance;
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure efficient manufacturability and quick project progression;
What We Offer
  • Fulfilling Mission: Contribute directly to transforming the way we produce energy in the world;
  • Incredible Team: Join a mission-driven, team-oriented, excellence-seeking team from all over the globe;
  • World-Leading Partners: Work with internationally renowned groups, industrial companies, and technical advisors with experience built on groundbreaking fusion experiments;
  • Shared Success: Participate in a generous stock options program and enjoy the success of the company;
  • Healthy Environment: Enjoy language courses, free public transport tickets, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.


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