Herc-Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

High Temperature Superconductor (HTS) is identified as the potential “game changer” for reducing fusion device size by increasing the allowable magnetic field, current density, and operating temperature. The use of high performance, large-bore HTS magnets for higher fusion power density is necessary both to improve magnet efficiency and to increase integrated system performance in a compact fusion power plant design concept.

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.

The roles and responsibilities include:

• Participate in the design and fabrication of HTS magnet components compatible with a prototype quantum microscope called scanning tunneling microscope (STM) head instrumentation for high magnetic field operation (up to 30 T)
• Participate in the design of high current density superconductors for the toroidal field and central solenoid magnet system for FPP,
• Perform numerical and experimental analysis to understand the fundamental engineering behavior of HTS used in high current cables, to identify potential design issues and develop innovative solutions of HTS magnets for compact fusion.
• Lead the development of novel conductor performance scaling laws (critical current, critical temperature and stress/strain dependence at high magnetic field etc.) into scalable design models (electromagnetics, thermal and mechanics analysis capabilities) for magnet design innovation.
• Enhance our collaboration with PPPL research partners in other institutions in the community, to develop innovative conductor design concepts, perform conductor characterization, high current cable testing and prototype coil development.

Education and Experience:

• A relevant MS degree with 5 years R&D experience on HTS as a minimum. PhD is preferred
• A major in engineering or physics, including engineering physics or materials science is preferred.
• Previous experience in 2nd generation HTS such as ReBCO magnet design and fabrication is required.
• Experience with resistive magnets, including design, operation and acceptance testing is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge on high field no insulation magnet design, advanced cryocooling solutions and ability to perform Multiphysics analysis is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Mostly office based

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

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