Jobbeschreibung
The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) as an institute of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science (registered association) is one of the leading centers for fusion research and is engaged in developing the physical foundations for a future fusion power plant. The institute is affiliated to the European Fusion Programme.
The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics in Garching offers an opportunity to work in the division “Tokamak Scenario Development (E1)”. We are looking for a
Senior Mechanical Engineer (m/f/div) to Advance Designs and Components for Present and Future Fusion Devices
- Develop and optimize major mechanical components for fusion devices
- Analyze and minimize mechanical, electromechanical, and thermal loads
- Rethink how to integrate high-field magnets of various technologies into experimental reactor designs
- Investigate the applicability of innovative technologies for design, manufacturing, and maintenance
- Develop tools and codes to assist these tasks
- M.Sc. / M.Eng. and Ph.D. in engineering (mechanical, electrical, nuclear, aerospace or equivalent) with a focus on the design and construction of highly stressed mechanical components
- Experience with the design of large superconducting and cryogenic devices
- Proficiency with FEM (Ansys) and 3D-CAD (CATIA)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and broad technological insight
Your abilities
- Knowledge with data analysis and simulation (Python, MATLAB)
- Ability to fluently present complex scientific and technical matters in English
- Enthusiasm to work in science and willingness to join an international team
- An interesting job at one of the largest research institutes for fusion research
- Flexible working hours
- Training and further education opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Family service
- Further social benefits (e.g. capital-forming benefits, discounted public transport tickets [MVV IsarCardJob] and travel allowance)
The position is permanent. The salary is based on the assignment of tasks and qualifications and goes up to pay group 14 according to the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD Bund).
The IPP seeks to increase the proportion of employed women in those areas where they are underrepresented and explicitly encourages women to apply for this position. The IPP is committed to employing more disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply.
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