Fuse
Computational Physicist
San Leandro, California · Junior
Work authorization requiredDetected 447 days ago
PythonC++MATLABAlgorithmsGitFEAElectrical EngineeringPower ElectronicsResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic Speaking
About the role
- We are seeking a talented and motivated Computational Physicist to join our team.
- Your work will contribute to advancements in areas such as materials science, energy, aerospace, or quantum computing, depending on the company's focus.
- Utilize and modify Screamer circuit code for modeling high-voltage pulse generation and delivery.
Responsibilities
- Develop and run simulations for pulsed power systems using MHD, PIC, and circuit models.
- Implement and analyze particle-in-cell (PIC) simulations for plasma interactions and beam dynamics.
- Collaborate with experimentalists to validate models and optimize system performance.
- Develop custom computational tools and optimize existing codes for high-performance computing (HPC).
- Develop software tools and algorithms to optimize simulation processes and improve computational efficiency.
Requirements
- Experience with Screamer, MAGIC, HYDRA, or similar circuit and plasma codes.
- Proficiency in MHD and PIC simulation techniques.
- Experience with HPC environments and parallel computing
- Strong foundation in theoretical physics, including knowledge of quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, or statistical mechanics.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Familiarity with Z-pinch, MagLIF, dense plasma focus devices, and fusion energy concepts.
- Experience in finite element analysis (FEA) or finite difference time domain (FDTD) methods.
- Knowledge of electromagnetic wave propagation and plasma-material interactions.
Nice to have
- Preferred Skills
Skills
- Strong programming skills in Python, Fortran, C++, or MATLAB for numerical modeling.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
Company info
- an Impedance Matched Marx Generator (IMG).
- TITAN is the most efficient and powerful (TW) machine of its kind.
- Fusers have built and licensed Magical Unicorn and FAETON I, 2 novel pulsed power generators.
- You are joining an early-stage fusion company.
- Please expect to wear different hats and take 0 to 1 ownership of objectives.
- Changing the world is hard but honorable and fulfilling.
- You should expect to work extremely hard to make a dent.
- This is not a regular job.
- Fusers are on a mission to change the world and get shit done.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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