The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) is a globally renowned center for fusion research. With approximately 1,100 dedicated staff members in Garching near Munich and Greifswald, we are committed to exploring the fundamentals of fusion power plants. These power plants produce energy without climate-damaging emissions, are safe, sustainable, and nearly inexhaustible – much like the sun. Fusion power plants hold the potential to play a significant role in the energy supply for future generations.
At our Garching location, we operate the globally recognized and established large-scale experiment ASDEX Upgrade, a tokamak fusion facility. In Greifswald, we conduct research on the large-scale experiment Wendelstein 7-X, the world's largest and most powerful stellarator-type fusion facility.
We are seeking an
Electrical Engineer (m/f/d) for High Heat Flux Test Facility GLADIS
Reference number 26/016
Full time
Limited
to drive the technical implementation of the GLADIS Heavy Duty (GLADIS HD) project. The focus lies on upgrading the GLADIS test facility for long-pulse operation (≥ 30 minutes) to test components for future fusion power plants under realistic conditions.
Aufgaben
* Design and integration of the high-voltage power supply (Pulse-Step Modulation PSM) and control systems (Siemens SIMATIC)
* Development and optimization of power supplies for ion sources (RF sources, high-voltage tetrodes)
* Adaptation of diagnostics (e.g., UV camera systems, multispectral pyrometry) for long-pulse operation
* Collaboration with suppliers (e.g., for high-voltage systems, semiconductor technology)
* Ensuring project milestones (pulse durations up to 30 minutes at 20 MW/m² heat flux density)
Profil
* Completed degree (Bachelor's) in electrical engineering (or related fields such as physical or mechanical engineering, energy technology)
* Project management skills and technical documentation
* Team player with interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
* Good knowledge of German (at least B2)
* Fluent English (at least B2, project language).
* Experience in high-voltage engineering, power electronics, or control systems preferred
Wir bieten
* Work on a globally leading test facility with high relevance for fusion research
* Close collaboration with scientists and engineers in plasma physics
* State-of-the-art infrastructure (high-voltage labs, control systems)
* The salary is based on the assignment of tasks and qualifications and goes up to salary grade 12 according to the German public sector tariff (TVöD Bund), subsidies for capital-forming benefits and annual bonus payments
* The position is limited for 2 years
* Flexible working time models
* Partially remote working is possible in some cases (depending on operational requirements)
* 30 days of vacation (based on a 5-day week) and additional days off, e.g. at Christmas and New Year's Eve
* Company pension plan for the public sector (VBL supplementary pension)
* Subsidies for job tickets (e.g. Deutschlandticket)
* Canteen with a varied menu
* Free parking at the institute premises and direct connection to public transport
* Further training opportunities for professional development, skills trainings and the Max Planck Society's online training academy
* Company health management for health care and prevention
* Various sports activities, groups and courses
* Social counseling for support in difficult life and work situations
* Family service for all questions relating to work-life balance
* Discounted vacation apartments in Germany and abroad
We value a fair, diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or their social, ethnical or religious background. We aim to increase the representation of women in areas where they are underrepresented and encourage them to apply. We also support the hiring of people with disabilities and invite them to apply.
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