Thea Energy · 12 hours ago
Materials Scientist
Kearny, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $210K/yr
10+ years expThea Energy is leveraging breakthroughs in stellarator physics to commercialize fusion energy. They are seeking an experienced materials scientist to own the identification, selection, and development of materials and coatings for fusion systems, working closely with industry and research partners.
Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Have ownership of the selection and development of near-term and long-term materials compatible with the fusion environment
Work with engineers and researchers to explore novel materials, material joining methods, including process validation, and inspection techniques
Work with industry partners on developing materials at a scale sufficient to meet the production deadlines
Investigate the effects of the fusion environment on components to estimate lifetime, failure modes, inspection interval, and repair/replacement options
Work with industry partners to develop plasma facing coatings and novel material systems
Track and report results and progress against program goals and milestones
Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, or Physics
Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry or research experience
Deep expertise in plasma-facing components (PFCs), neutron irradiation damage, or high-heat-flux materials
Demonstrated experience with material joining techniques for complex components (brazing, welding, diffusion bonding, spray coating)
Demonstrated experience with SEM and mechanical testing techniques for metallics, ceramics, and composites
Experience mentoring junior engineers and conducting design reviews
Ability to manage external vendor relationships and supply chain timelines
Experience owning systems or processes
Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines
Exceptional work ethic
Ability to execute and flourish in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Strong team member with clear communication and collaboration skills
Innate desire to learn, innovate, and critique ideas including one's own
Preferred
Ph.D. in Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering, or Physics
Experience analyzing material degradation in a high-radiation environment
Familiarity with HTS tape architectures or insulation materials for superconducting magnets
Familiarity with material modeling software and techniques
Familiarity with relevant material testing standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME)
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
Employee equity stock options
20 days PTO
Company
Thea Energy
Thea Energy is taking a faster approach to commercialize fusion energy.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$20MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyInternational Research Centre on Artificial IntelligenceAlumni Ventures,Prelude Ventures
2025-09-11Grant
2024-11-13Non Equity Assistance
2024-02-08Series A· $20M
Leadership Team
Brian Berzin
Chief Executive Officer
David Gates
Chief Technology Officer
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