Laser Diagnostician

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential fusion energy organization based in Munich. They are building next-generation plasma confinement systems and require an experienced laser diagnostician to lead critical measurement infrastructure on a major experimental platform. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting-edge fusion technology while contributing directly to the development of commercial clean energy solutions.

You will own the full product lifecycle of laser-aided plasma diagnostics—from initial design through installation, calibration, and ongoing operation. This role places you at the intersection of advanced optics, high-energy laser systems, and experimental physics, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of diagnostics experts, software engineers, and fusion scientists.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and deployment of Thomson Scattering diagnostics to measure spatial profiles of electron density and temperature on an experimental stellarator platform
• Design and implement a plasma density diagnostic system using laser-based two-colour or dispersion interferometry to measure line-integrated electron density
• Develop detailed diagnostic specifications that meet required measurement performance standards
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish robust implementation of laser-based diagnostic systems
• Prepare and execute comprehensive plans covering design, procurement, build, test, installation, commissioning, calibration, operation, and maintenance phases
• Oversee work packages, delegating or subcontracting tasks as needed to ensure successful diagnostic deployment
• Manage the complete diagnostic lifecycle from conception through operational maintenance

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree or higher in physics, engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proven experience working with Class IV lasers, including high-energy (Joule-level) pulsed lasers and/or high-power CW infrared single longitudinal mode lasers
• Previous work on at least one laser-based diagnostic instrument deployed on large infrastructure machines such as accelerators, telescopes, laser facilities, or fusion devices
• Strong knowledge of geometric optics and light propagation in optical systems
• Working knowledge of Python software development and modern toolchains (uv, git, etc.)
• Preferred: Experience designing and building Thomson scattering systems or interferometers for plasma devices
• Preferred: Experience using optical design software for ray-tracing applications

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, a recruiter from our team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and ensure alignment with the role. If there's a strong match, we will submit your profile to our client for consideration. The client's interview process typically includes a recruiter interview, technical screening, and a technical panel consisting of multiple sessions.

Please do not attempt to contact the client directly. All communication and coordination will flow through Get A Job.ai to ensure a professional and streamlined process for everyone involved.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience level and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity
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