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Careers at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory

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Analyst - NSTX-U Recovery Project

PPPL is seeking a lead design analyst for one year term assignment to support the National Spherical Torus Experiment - Upgrade (NSTX-U) project modification and/or design change tasks reports to and receives functional direction from the PPPL Engineering Department and is matrixed to the NSTX-U Recovery Project; the NSTX-U Project Engineer provides project direction. The lead analyst provides engineering hands-on analytical or numerical analysis support for the timely execution and completion of the assigned work in accordance with approved analysis tasks focused on validation of component or system design modifications and reviews, per PPPL policies, programs and procedures including lab wide training and Engineering Department design change control requirements. A proud U.S....

Department: PPPL Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering

Electro-Mechanical CAD Designer II

This position will be a CAD design resource for all electro-mechanical disciplines for PPPL Projects NSTX-U, LTX, Flare and other collaboration projects, within the CAD group of the Design, Analysis, and CAD (DAC) Engineering Division using AutoCAD. No sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. 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...

Department: PPPL Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering

Enterprise Systems Administrator

We are seeking a seasoned Systems Administrator with a specialized focus on enterprise systems to join our Information Technology Department at Princeton University's Plasma Physics Laboratory. In this influential role, you will work closely with the Team Lead of the Systems Administration team, assisting them in pivotal technical domains to ensure the seamless operation and optimization of Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. Your expertise will play a central role in maintaining, designing, and implementing these systems, while promoting effective collaboration across technical teams. 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...

Department: PPPL Information Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Information Technology

Instrumentation & Control System Engineer

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 microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and...

Department: PPPL Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering

Senior Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and operation of state-of-the-art instrumentation and control systems in support of a wide range of current and future projects 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 microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering,...

Department: PPPL Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering

Instrumentation & Control Design Engineer

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 fusion as an energy source for the world.PPPL’s Instrumentation & Control group is a multidisciplinary team that conceptualizes, creates and maintains systems and components used by experiments throughout the world. We specialize in electronics, software, real-time control, process control and the application of technologies fundamental to the operation of...

Department: PPPL Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering

Senior Network Engineer

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...

Department: PPPL Information Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Information Technology

Budget Analyst

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is seeking an experienced Budget Analyst for its Business Operations Department. The Budget Analyst will support the Laboratory's budget formulation and execution activities including reporting, budget plan justification which provides analytical and financial support to the Budget Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). 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...

Department: PPPL Business Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Financial Services and Procurement

Users Office Manager

Based in the Office of the Chief Operating Officer and reporting to the Laboratory Chief Information Officer, the Users Office Manager has overall responsibility for providing effective support throughout the engagement cycle to external scientists and partners coming to the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL), either physically or virtually, for collaborative research and development. The successful candidate will work closely with incoming users, collaborators, and visitors to expedite the onboarding process, enabling them to become productive as rapidly as possible while ensuring that all PPPL safety, security, and administrative requirements applicable to users are met. Responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and maintaining the required tools to provide the best...

Department: PPPL Information Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Information Technology

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