Helion · 4 months ago
Senior Computational Plasma Scientist
Everett, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expHelion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, aiming to build the world's first fusion power plant for unlimited clean electricity. They are seeking a Senior Computational Plasma Scientist to run simulations and analyze data related to fusion generator development while collaborating with a team of engineers and scientists.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Run our internal MHD code to simulate FRC dynamics for wide range of simulation conditions from the initial simulation setup to the postprocessing of the results
Calculate FRC dynamics, circuit response, and magnetic loads to help develop our fusion generators
Perform analysis to interpret experimental measurements by reproducing the experimental conditions with our internal MHD code
Collaborate with and learn from experts to expand your technical skillset and domain knowledge
Communicate simulation results and findings with accuracy and rigor to both scientists and engineers by preparing reports, presentations, and graphics
Qualification
Required
PhD. with 5+ years of industry experience in Physics, engineering, or related field of study with an emphasis in electromagnetics
Knowledge of magnetic field diffusion and eddy currents
Ability to understand FRC physics
Experience writing scripts to analyze output, parse files, and create plots in a common coding language (e.g. MATLAB, Fortran, C, Python, etc.)
Experience with MATLAB and Fortran
Experience using computer simulation tools for circuit dynamics, fluid dynamics, transient magnetics, or plasma dynamics
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Company
Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.04BKey Investors
Nucor CorporationSam AltmanDustin Moskovitz
2025-01-28Series F· $425M
2023-09-27Corporate Round· $35M
2021-11-05Series E· $500M
Leadership Team
David Kirtley
Founder and CEO
Chris Pihl
Co-Founder, CTO
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