R&D Electromagnetic Analysis Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform electromagnetic analysis of superconducting magnets to guide SPARC subsystem design and future fusion technology
• Conduct non-linear, highly-anisotropic E&M simulations in complex geometries
• Work closely with experimental teams to validate simulations against measurement and instrumentation data
• Develop new numerical tools and custom in-house code to facilitate multi-objective design optimization
• Identify enabling technologies for the modeling and construction of high-temperature superconducting magnets
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to inform design decisions

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or a relevant field with an EM background (physics, mechanical engineering, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience modeling electromagnetics using finite element methods (FEM)
• Strong theoretical understanding of computational electromagnetic analysis and non-linear physics
• Experience with commercial finite element tools, such as COMSOL
• Proficiency in modern programming languages including Python, MATLAB, C, or C++
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic R&D environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-physics FEM modeling (heat transfer, mechanics, fluids, structures, etc.)
• Experience working specifically with superconducting non-linear physics
• Experience developing equivalent thermal and electrical circuit models

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Flexible vacation days and 10 sick days
• 13 company-wide holidays
• Generous parental leave policy
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities

About the Company

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. We are designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants by combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies. As the largest and leading private fusion company in the world, we are building the energy industry of the future.