Senior Power Plant Modeller
Core
Lead the development of advanced modelling capabilities for future fusion power plants, combining fusion physics, engineering, and software development to inform design decisions.
Role type
Senior IC power plant modeller (fusion energy)
Builds
Digital models of complete fusion power plant concepts and power plant modelling software
Domain
Nuclear fusion energy / Scientific modelling
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Scientific modelling, Python, technical project leadership, software development, complex problem solving, technical communication
Preferred skills
Fusion physics, mechanical engineering, materials science, fuel cycles, plant systems
Technologies
Python, PROCESS, BLUEMIRA
Responsibilities
Lead studies of complete fusion power plant concepts; Develop and improve power plant modelling software; Build models integrating different parts of a fusion power plant; Provide technical guidance on complex modelling problems; Evaluate emerging developments in fusion physics and systems modelling; Build national and international partnerships; Publish research findings and present at conferences
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership