<div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">WHO WE ARE</span></b></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">What’s more, our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together driving something extraordinary, radically transforming technology in the world.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION</b></div><div>-You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world</div><div>-You'll get to join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals.</div><div>-Do your life’s best work and enjoy the journey</div><div>-Get to show that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent</div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:16px;">YOUR IMPACT</b></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">As an </span><b style="font-size:11pt;">HTS Magnet Engineer</b><span style="font-size:11pt;">, you will play a pivotal role in this mission by focusing on the modeling, design, and prototyping of cutting-edge HTS magnet systems for our stellarator devices. Working on-site with our team in Villigen, you will explore innovative magnet concepts and turn them into real hardware! This role will primarily involve advanced simulation and analysis of HTS magnets, with the potential and need to grow into a broader position that also entails hands-on work and testing. Your work will directly contribute to building the world’s first-of-its-kind HTS stellarator magnet and bringing fusion energy closer to reality!</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>WHAT YOU WILL DO</b></div><div><b>-Advanced Simulations</b></div><div> Use COMSOL or in-house tools to run detailed electromagnetic and thermal simulations of HTS cables, coils, and magnets. Predict key performance metrics and analyze quench behavior and stability.</div><div><b>-Prototyping and Testing</b></div><div> Design, build, and test prototype HTS magnet components. Set up lab tests—often with external partners—to validate designs and demonstrate performance of our novel non-planar stellarator magnet.</div><div><b>-Cross-Team Collaboration</b></div><div> Work with stellarator design, optimization, and engineering teams to integrate magnet constraints into the reactor concept. Provide reduced-order models and expert input to ensure subsystem compatibility.</div><div><b>-Scaling to Fusion Power Plants</b></div><div> Contribute to the conceptual design of future fusion power plants. Develop scalable HTS magnet solutions for full-scale, commercially viable stellarator reactors.</div><div><br></div><div><b>WHO YOU ARE</b></div><div>- Master’s or PhD in electrical/mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field. Strong technical foundation.</div><div>- Deep understanding of HTS magnet physics, including quench behavior and screening currents.</div><div>- Skilled in EM and thermal simulations using tools like COMSOL.</div><div> -Lab-savvy with experience building or testing EM or cryogenic systems.</div><div> -Creative and collaborative, eager to drive early-stage design with a team.</div><div><br></div><br><br><br><div><b>INTERVIEW PROCESS</b></div><div>Recruiter Interview (30-60 min).</div><div>Technical Screening (30 min).</div><div>Technical Panel (3x60 min).</div><div>CEO call (30 min)</div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high-performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table. </span></div>

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HTS Magnet Engineer

<div><b><span>WHO WE ARE</span></b></div><div><span>At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>What’s more, our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together driving something extraordinary, radically transforming technology in the world.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION</b></div><div>-You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world</div><div>-You'll get to join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals.</div><div>-Do your life’s best work and enjoy the journey</div><div>-Get to show that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent</div><div><br></div><div><b>YOUR IMPACT</b></div><div><span>As an </span><b>HTS Magnet Engineer</b><span>, you will play a pivotal role in this mission by focusing on the modeling, design, and prototyping of cutting-edge HTS magnet systems for our stellarator devices. Working on-site with our team in Villigen, you will explore innovative magnet concepts and turn them into real hardware! This role will primarily involve advanced simulation and analysis of HTS magnets, with the potential and need to grow into a broader position that also entails hands-on work and testing. Your work will directly contribute to building the world’s first-of-its-kind HTS stellarator magnet and bringing fusion energy closer to reality!</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>WHAT YOU WILL DO</b></div><div><b>-Advanced Simulations</b></div><div> Use COMSOL or in-house tools to run detailed electromagnetic and thermal simulations of HTS cables, coils, and magnets. Predict key performance metrics and analyze quench behavior and stability.</div><div><b>-Prototyping and Testing</b></div><div> Design, build, and test prototype HTS magnet components. Set up lab tests—often with external partners—to validate designs and demonstrate performance of our novel non-planar stellarator magnet.</div><div><b>-Cross-Team Collaboration</b></div><div> Work with stellarator design, optimization, and engineering teams to integrate magnet constraints into the reactor concept. Provide reduced-order models and expert input to ensure subsystem compatibility.</div><div><b>-Scaling to Fusion Power Plants</b></div><div> Contribute to the conceptual design of future fusion power plants. Develop scalable HTS magnet solutions for full-scale, commercially viable stellarator reactors.</div><div><br></div><div><b>WHO YOU ARE</b></div><div>- Master’s or PhD in electrical/mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field. Strong technical foundation.</div><div>- Deep understanding of HTS magnet physics, including quench behavior and screening currents.</div><div>- Skilled in EM and thermal simulations using tools like COMSOL.</div><div> -Lab-savvy with experience building or testing EM or cryogenic systems.</div><div> -Creative and collaborative, eager to drive early-stage design with a team.</div><div><br></div><br><br><br><div><b>INTERVIEW PROCESS</b></div><div>Recruiter Interview (30-60 min).</div><div>Technical Screening (30 min).</div><div>Technical Panel (3x60 min).</div><div>CEO call (30 min)</div><div><br></div><div><span>At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high-performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.&nbsp;</span></div>

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