Type One Energy · 1 month ago
Materials Scientist- Ceramics
2410 Cherahala Blvd, Knoxville, USA, 37932, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelType One Energy is a mission-driven company focused on providing sustainable fusion power. They are seeking a Materials Scientist with expertise in ceramics fabrication to develop ceramic breeder materials for their fusion pilot plant and support materials selection for power plant subsystems.
Clean EnergyEnergyNuclear
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize fabrication processes for lithium-based ceramics, including powder processing, milling, and microsphere production
Conduct research and analysis on material composition, microstructure, and properties under fusion-relevant conditions
Plan and execute testing campaigns to verify material performance under relevant conditions and over service lifetimes
Utilize advanced characterization techniques (SEM, TEM, XRD, etc.) for microstructural and property evaluation
Collaborate with vendors and partners to scale up manufacturing processes while maintaining strict quality control
Work cross-functionally to integrate new materials into stellarator system development
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publications to share findings
Foster collaboration with internal teams and external partners, including academic and research institutions
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or related field
Expertise in ceramic materials processing and characterization (lithium-based ceramics preferred)
Hands-on experience with powder processing, milling, and microsphere fabrication
Familiarity with advanced characterization techniques (SEM, TEM, XRD, etc.)
Proficiency in project planning and execution, including considerations towards identification of scope, resource requirements, and scheduling
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
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Preferred
Experience with radiation experiments and post-irradiation examination (PIE) is a plus
Benefits
Stock and share options 📈
Relocation allowance 💰
Insurance plans 🩺
401k retirement options 💸
And many more great voluntary benefits 👀
Company
Type One Energy
Stellarator technology to transform energy markets with fusion power.
Founded in 2019
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$169.5MKey Investors
Breakthrough Energy VenturesUS Department of Energy
2026-01-14Convertible Note· $87M
2024-07-30Seed· $53.5M
2023-05-31Grant
Leadership Team
David Anderson
Co-Founder and VP - Systems Engineering
Chris Hegna
VIce President of Stellarator Physics Optimization and Principal Scientist
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