Operations Specialist at TAE Technologies

Do Epic Science

TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon-free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We're turning the promise of science into reality.

We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about realizing our mission: A future where all people have affordable access to reliable, abundant, and environmentally friendly fusion-generated electricity.

About The Role

The Operations Specialist is a member of in the machine Operations Group, which focuses on operating TAE’s experimental facilities to execute experiments related to Nuclear Fusion. The group is part of the Experiment section of the C-2W program, in TAE’s Fusion division, and the Operation Specialist is responsible for operating, testing, troubleshooting, documenting, and maintaining Tri Alpha Energy’s C-2W experimental plasma fusion test machine, associated subsystems, test stands and additional equipment. Several operators who are experts who specialize in running large-scale, complex experimental devices, make up the Operations group. In addition to machine operations, the Operations Specialist also provides project support for the Physics and Engineering Departments.

• This is an entry or mid-level position in machine operations involving plasma fusion research.
• The candidate will act as the machine Operator In Charge (OIC) who configures the machine and executes plasma physics related experiments.
• The OIC will apply their specialized training and expert understanding of the machine and subsystems to provide expert guidance to the physicists and engineers in conducting their research experiments.
• The OIC must be capable of multi-tasking while paying meticulous attention to details regarding the changing status and configuration of the machine.
• The ability to communicate detailed complex information clearly and effectively, verbally, by radio, using Zoom or by phone, with the experimenters and system support experts, is a critical job function.
• The OIC is also responsible for operating the Emergency Safety System, used for protecting personnel and equipment, while following and applying safe work practices in an industrial environment.
• Job responsibilities will be about 70% Operations, and 30% project work with other related work units, as appropriate for the skill sets and interests of the Operations Specialist, as well as the needs of TAE.
• The position may also involve some shift work on evenings and weekends, with the possibility of 24/7 on-call, off-hour support, in the future.

About You:

Technical Systems o Plasma Generators o Ion and/or Electron Sources

o Particle Accelerators o High Voltage Electronics (above 10 kV) o Magnets (including superconducting electromagnets) o Beam Transport Systems o Pulsed Power Systems o RF Systems o Cryogenics and Cryogenic Systems o Vacuum Systems (including ultrahigh vacuum) o Laser Systems o Optical Systems (including magneto-optics, and RF optics) o Power Supplies o Fluid, Gas, and Steam Systems o Control Systems and Control Infrastructure o Diagnostic Systems o Clean Rooms • Personnel Safety and Machine Protection Hazards o Electrical o Mechanical o Chemical o Radiation o Fire o Lasers o Low Oxygen Environments o Confined Spaces o Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) o Energy Controls o Area Access Safety Systems o Interlocks o Hazmat
Project Experience:
• Any project experience is an asset.
Other Preferred Experience:
• Voltmeters, O-scopes, Spectrum Analyzers
• Pressure, Temperature, Magnetic, and Motion measurement systems.
• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Soldering
• Assembly
• Installation
• Maintenance
• Repairs
• Troubleshooting
Software Knowledge and Skills:
Experience using the following:
• MS Office Applications
• Custom Machine Control Systems interfaces
• LabView
• EPICS
• Trend/Archive Data charts/graphs
• Alarms and Alarm handler software
• Data Analysis software
• Experience with various Programming Languages/Scripts/Macros as well as software such as Python, Matlab or IDL is also useful.

Required Education:
• B.S. Physics or Engineering Discipline or equivalent experience

About Us

Imagination, skill, and will

We are a diverse team of over 500 engineers, scientists, professionals, Maxwell Prize winners, and big thinkers from more than 40 countries with a track record of delivering on the innovative ways science can lead humanity into a brighter era. We are not afraid to envision a future where fusion and science can transform our world.

What you’ll get with us

• Generous benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (K) with company match, paid vacation + sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave
• Payment rewards: For referring talent, novel research, and patents
• A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization
• Potential for equity participation
• HQ in Southern California
• Employee events on and off-site
• A commitment to upholding and growing an inclusive organization

Learn more
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TAE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We ensure all individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us [email protected] to request accommodations or request more information.

Note to Agencies: TAE prefers to hire directly and maintains an existing preferred supplier list. We do not accept speculative CVs or referrals from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.