8h ago

Principal Experimental Scientist

Everett, WA

$230k-$270k / year

full-timeleadenergy

💼 About This Role

You'll own the end-to-end design and deployment of a comprehensive suite of plasma diagnostics for fusion generators. Your work will directly impact the development of the world's first fusion power plant. This is a pivotal role at a company backed by top investors with a track record of achieving 100 million°C plasmas.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Design and deploy plasma diagnostics across fusion generators
  • Integrate cross-disciplinary input from physics, operations, and data science
  • Lead assembly, calibration, and commissioning of diagnostic systems
  • Analyze diagnostic data in real time to optimize plasma performance

📋 Requirements

  • Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience with plasma systems and UHV vacuum
  • Expertise in diagnostic measurements like interferometry, spectroscopy, or Langmuir probes

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience with fusion engineering and next-generation device development
  • Track record of independent subject matter expertise

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🏖️ 31 days of PTO
  • 🏥 Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and families
  • 💰 Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
  • 👶 Paid parental leave up to 16 weeks
  • 💪 Annual wellness stipend
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