17h ago

Senior Cryogenic Engineer

Denver, CO

$160k-$200k / year

full-timeseniorenergy

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead cryogenic system development for inertial fusion energy at a cutting-edge startup. You'll own end-to-end design and operation of DT fuel handling systems, enabling high-repetition-rate experimental campaigns.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead design of DT fuel filling and cryogenic layering systems
  • Define architecture for tritium-compatible cryogenic infrastructure
  • Develop processes for repeatable high-quality DT layer formation
  • Integrate fueling systems with target fabrication and shot operations

📋 Requirements

  • Degree in mechanical or nuclear engineering
  • 8+ years experience in cryogenic system design and operation
  • Experience with 3D CAD (NX preferred), FEA, and CFD tools
  • Experience with hydrogen isotope systems or cryogenic fluid handling

✨ Nice to Have

  • MS in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering
  • Familiarity with tritium handling and safety protocols
  • Cryogenic target fabrication for ICF

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interview· 60 min
  3. 3On-site Interview· 4 hours
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