Nuclear
Location: WA
About the job
Help us power the planet.
The planet urgently needs safe, reliable, zero-carbon energy without waste. Nuclear fusion can address the scale of this problem, but for decades, existing fusion approaches have not proven a net positive energy gain. Zap Energy has rethought the fundamental technology of fusion. As the only company using sheared-flow-stabilized Z-pinch, we present potentially the fastest path to commercially available fusion energy.
Areas of Expertise We’re Interested In
Plasma Physics
Applied Physics
Nuclear Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in:
Fusion Plasma Diagnostics
Pulsed Power Systems
High Voltage Instrumentation
Liquid Metal Systems
Computational Plasma Modeling
Experimental Design and Data Analysis
What You Might Work On
Depending On Your Expertise, You May Contribute To
Leading or supporting experimental campaigns on Z-pinch fusion devices
Designing and fielding plasma diagnostics (e.g., Thomson scattering, interferometry, spectroscopy, magnetics, neutronics)
Analyzing experimental and computational data, including error propagation and interpretation
Publishing and presenting scientific results
Collaborating with engineering teams on system integration and experimental setups
Who You Are
You have a strong foundation in plasma physics or related fields
You’re excited by the challenge of developing fusion energy
You’re a creative problem solver and effective communicator
You thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments
How To Apply
If you’re interested in joining Zap Energy as a Research Scientist, please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest. We’ll reach out when a role aligns with your expertise.
Candidates may be considered for other positions at Zap Energy and actual salary will be based on relevant education, experience, and other qualifications. Range is published in accordance with Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.
Zap Energy Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Questions on this position can be sent to careers@zapenergyinc.com.
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