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The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory currently uses two (2) large, stored energy, Motor-Generators, each Generator rated at 450 MVA, to supply power to the various experimental loads in support of National Spherical Torus Experiment – Upgrade (NSTX-U) operations. Each motor-generator is driven by a 15,000 horsepower (HP) electrical induction motor rated at 13.8 KV. The motor-generator technician will provide support for all maintenance, testing, repairs, upgrades, installations, modifications and troubleshooting of the motor generators and their associated subsystems. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of...
As a key member of the Human Resources (HR) team, the Sr. Employee and Labor Relations Business Partner (ELRBP) serves as a subject matter expert in resolving employee relations matters. This role is instrumental in developing and maintaining a comprehensive employee relations strategy, along with creating tools and programs that enhance organizational capability and strengthen employee engagement. The ELRBP's responsibilities include leading workplace investigations, revising policies, interpreting regulations, providing guidance on reorganizations and assessment processes, and managing performance improvement and progressive discipline processes. Additionally, the role involves training delivery and building supervisor capabilities in employee relations, analyzing case data,...
The Industrial Safety Specialist will serve as a point of contact between the Plasma Science and Technology Department and the Occupational Safety and Health Division. They provide technical support, consultation to support various PPPL’s safety program elements. As a member of the Occupational Safety & Health team, you will be responsible for Laboratory personnel and other safety members in maintaining and monitoring various occupational safety programs. These program elements include but are not limited to policy and procedural compliance and tracking, safety and health program management, injury reporting analysis, and safety training.As the Industrial Safety Specialist, you will conduct task-specific job safety analyses for work performed in various industrial and mechanical...
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL), a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory, is dedicated to pursuing one of the most transformative scientific goals of our time—Fusion Nuclear Energy. Fusion, the process that powers the sun and stars, has the potential to provide a nearly limitless, clean energy source for the world. A key enabler of this pursuit is high-performance computing (HPC), which plays a pivotal role in advancing the complex science behind fusion. PPPL's researchers rely on cutting-edge computational capabilities to unlock knowledge that can only be revealed through large-scale simulations and data analysis. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Research Computing Specialist to join our dedicated team. This role bridges our Computational Sciences and...
We are seeking an experienced junior-level Construction Compliance Coordinator to join the Procurement Team. Reporting to the Manager of Procurement Compliance and Supplier Diversity, the Construction Compliance Coordinator will support compliance efforts under Construction Wage Rate Requirements Statute (formerly Davis-Bacon Act) . focusing on assisting senior team members to serve as liaison between the Procurement, subcontractors, and federal agencies, in all compliance matters pertaining to the Statute. This position is ideal for candidates with 1-3 years of experience in compliance or construction who are looking to grow their career in federal contracting and procurement. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma...
The Operations Technician will work with the Shop Supervisor and Lead, and will be responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of laboratory utility systems. These systems include steam, potable water, process water, and sanitary piping. Site wide pumps to include hot/chilled water distribution, wastewater, and process. The technician will also be responsible for the maintenance service and repair of all sitewide air compressors as well as responsible for plumbing repair and service. The technician will coordinate with other groups within the Department and throughout the Laboratory to ensure long-term, safe and efficient operation of utility systems. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University,...
PPPL his hiring a Water Systems Engineer to provide engineering support for life cycle maintenance, operation, and repair of water systems and other mechanical service systems at PPPL. Provide engineering support for life cycle maintenance, operation, and repair of water systems and other mechanical service systems at PPPL. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes...
This position is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the PPPL electrical safety program, consistent with Laboratory Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) policies and US Department of Energy requirements. The objective of this program is to limit the risks to employees, the general public, the environment, and equipment by the identification, evaluation, and control of electrical hazards and training of employees. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities,...
Under the supervision of the Shop Supervisor and Lead, the Facilities Electrician will be responsible for performing routine building electrician tasks. Executing assigned work orders and following all PPPL policies and procedures. Supports construction, maintenance, and upgrade of facilities infrastructures and systems. The technician will coordinate with other groups within the Department and throughout the Laboratory to ensure long-term, safe, and efficient operation of equipment. Electrical Technician will be responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems throughout the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics...
The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Chief Research Officer (CRO) and Deputy Chief Research Officer (DCRO) will support the CRO-DCRO to execute the organization’s research goals. The EA manages the calendar, correspondence, travel, and expenses of the CRO-DCRO to ensure that both are focused on tasks that service key research programs and strategic priorities for the organization. In addition, the EA helps manage programs and initiatives that fall under the CRO-DCRO’s purview. An important responsibility is to ensure that research programs and long-range scientific strategic information is communicated in a timely, accurate and appropriate manner. The EA will also ensure the CRO-DCRO is made aware of issues that need immediate attention. The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding...
Under Facilities and Site Services Management, the Manager of Facilities & Maintenance Division is responsible for the daily oversight and management of PPPL infrastructure, utilities, and maintenance staff. This encompasses oversight, troubleshooting and repair/replacement as well as functional operations and improvement of the site wide building systems.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...
Dr. Robert A. Ellis, Jr. was born in 1927. He received his bachelor’s degree in 1948 from Fisk University - a highly ranked historically black university, and received his master’s degree in physics from Yale University in 1949. After receiving his master’s degree, Dr. Ellis taught at Tennessee Agricultural and Industrial (A&I), later known as Tennessee State University – a historically black land-grant public university. He then went to earn his doctorate at the University of Iowa. In 1956, Dr. Ellis joined Project Matterhorn - a small group headed by Lyman Spitzer Jr. at Princeton University working on controlled fusion. Project Matterhorn would later become the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL). Dr. Ellis became a key member of the team studying the magnetic confinement and...
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks exceptional postdoctoral (post-doc) researchers - Associate Research Scientists - with demonstrated leadership potential to play a major role in opening new research direction(s) for PPPL. This postdoctoral research opportunity offers early-career science, technology, engineering, computation, applied mathematics, materials, and sustainability professionals the opportunity to conduct impactful research at a world-leading research institution. In their job application cover letter, the successful candidate will propose a succinct research plan of up to two pages of content (plus references) spanning two to three years in duration that encompasses one or more topics supporting the scientific and research diversification goals of PPPL,...
The Planning and Control Officer (P&CO), reports to the Head of Planning Control under Business Operations, the Chief Financial Officer and provides budget planning & financial management to the various organizations within PPPL. Predominantly, the P&CO provides:- Business expertise, strategic guidance, support, and leadership to the organizations they’re assigned to within PPPL.- Budget and financial analysis support to the PPPL CFO along with timely and accurate business forecasts to the PPPL Budget Office for Laboratory Level funding, cost estimates, estimation of overhead, updates, and institutional planning The P&CO applies extensive and diversified knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and practices, Project Control management principles and practices relevant to...
Head of NSTX-U Physics Operations The successful candidate will become the Head of NSTX-U Physics Operations, and he/she will recruit, train and lead the team of NSTX-U Physics Operators. The candidate will motivate, organize and develop specifications for the real-time algorithms in the Plasma Control System (PCS) for NSTX-U, and inform the development of the PCS hardware and user interface with real-time control engineers. Beyond the PCS, the candidate will assist in the identification and specification of systems needed to meet operations objectives. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a...
The PPPL Research Proposal Development Manager will support PPPL’s mission by identifying new research funding opportunities and developing and managing the full research proposal lifecycle from pre-proposal concept development to proposal submission and award. The role involves coordinating with various departments to develop pre-proposal and proposal concepts, integrating operational considerations, and training new Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure high-quality proposals. The manager will also oversee the proposal development process, manage proposal teams, and maintain proposal documentation. This position is ideal for a highly organized and strategic individual with a passion for supporting scientific research through effective proposal development. The purpose of the...
The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of facility infrastructure projects, ensuring consistency with organizational strategy, commitments, and goals. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party resources (such as Architects, Engineers, and consultants) in order to deliver projects according to plan. The PM is expected to frequently engage with end user(s), PPPL, and DOE stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate awareness of project status and performance. The PM manages the full life cycle of assigned projects and assures that these projects are completed in accordance with PPPL and DOE policies, programs and procedures. The PM will provide...
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is seeking to fill an Associate Research Physicist position in the Theory Department. The successful candidate will conduct research on turbulent and neoclassical transport in stellarators. The successful candidate will develop computational tools for the effective evaluation and study of neoclassical and turbulent fluxes of particles and energy in stellarators, and will use these tools to propose strategies to control energy losses and impurity accumulation in stellarators. The successful candidate will contribute to PPPL’s mission by strengthening our knowledge of neoclassical and turbulent processes in stellarators, and by using this knowledge to develop computational tools to evaluate neoclassical and turbulent transport efficiently and...
Seize the opportunity to transform how PPPL works! Help us harness the latest technologies to power our enterprise and to unleash your potential! The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is seeking a motivated Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our growing hardware and software network infrastructure. You will be an integral part of PPPL’s IT team that is responsible for designing and developing scalable, maintainable, highly available network architectures that meet business objectives and service level agreements. PPPL is moving to a next generation network architecture with increased capacity and resiliency. This is a rare opportunity to build a new network from the ground up. Join a close knit group with an emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning, and...
