HSX Operations Director

The Helically Symmetric eXperiment (HSX) is an advanced stellarator located at the College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison. This experiment utilizes modular coils to generate a quasi-helical magnetic field structure and operates at magnetic field strengths of 1 Tesla to confine plasmas with temperatures exceeding 2 keV. Research goals include investigating neoclassical and turbulent heat transport, studying plasma flow in the direction of symmetry, exploring stellarator divertor configurations and developing new plasma diagnostics. The laboratory is seeking a lab manager to oversee hardware upgrades, coordinate operational plans and maintenance, and serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related matters.

• Serves as part of a multidisciplinary team, conceptualizes, specifies, designs, constructs, integrates, operates, tests, calibrates, documents, and improves unique, large-scale instrumentation systems

• Conducts research and development of new processes, techniques, and approaches for use in advanced instrumentation systems in collaboration with scientists and other research staff

• Provides innovative expertise and experience in an area of discipline. Uses universally accepted computer design applications for modeling, sophisticated analysis, and optimization of large-scale design and fabrication efforts

• Prepares reports of design status and/or technical research for professional organizations, government/sponsor review boards, and design reviews. Participates in reviews

• Supports or is directly responsible for efforts to coordinate project activities

• May supervise the daily activities of unit or program staff, identifies and facilitates staff training opportunities, and resolves routine personnel issues

• Supports efforts to identify problems, issues and needs, and provides solution options in support of strategic decision-making

College of Engineering, Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics

The starting salary for the position is $80,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• 5+ years of experience in the field of software engineering and mechanical design.

• Experience working with high current magnetic field coils and vacuum systems.

• Experience in machining of components and laboratory organization

• One-year post-degree experience in Mechanical Engineering or Nuclear Engineering

• Experience in performing high-temperature plasma experiments.

• Working knowledge in the design of optical components.

• Experience with designing microwave transmission lines and plasma heating systems.

BS required, MS preferred, in Physics or Engineering Discipline.

Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience as it pertains to the required and preferred qualifications outlined in this job posting.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Dina Christenson

(608) 263-5966

dina.christenson@wisc.edu

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