What is the role of a Laser Beamline Lead at XCimer Energy?

The Laser Beamline Lead position at XCimer Energy is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Admin/Clerical/Secretarial field.

Where is this Laser Beamline Lead job located?

Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Laser Beamline Lead role?

Full-time or part-time position

How can I apply for the Laser Beamline Lead position at XCimer Energy?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Laser Beamline Lead at XCimer Energy

Laser Beamline Lead

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supportedby leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change.Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

As the Laser Beamline Lead for Phoenix, you will own, and be accountable for, the proper operation of Phoenix beamlines – a state-of-the-art collection of seed lasers and optics. You will receive requested experiments from the Xcimer science team and you will use your technical and operational expertise in laser and optical systems to develop the beamline operations schedule for experiments, maintenance, and system upgrades. You will lead engineers and technicians in completing this work – ensuring the laser and optical systems function when needed for tests. You will also lead post-experiment data reviews to confirm proper system function and determine if additional system work is needed ahead of the next experiments.

In addition to serving as Laser Beamline Lead, you will learn from our subject matter experts and be one of the first to formally qualify for a role on the shot operations team. Once qualified, you will serve on the shot operations team for some of the Phoenix experiments – leading system controllers and operators to execute critical procedures in our laser experiment operations. We are looking for our Laser Beamline Lead to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!

Responsibilities

Develop and lead execution of maintenance and shot operations of the seed laser and optical components of Phoenix to ensure they are reliably available and functional for scheduled experiments on time.

Develop the beamline operations schedule for experiments, maintenance, and system upgrades.

Lead engineers and technicians to complete the needed work safely, correctly, and on time.

Lead post-experiment data reviews to confirm proper system function and determine if additional system work is needed ahead of the next experiments.

Serve as on the shot operations team for Phoenix experiments – leading controllers and operators to execute laser experiment operations.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in laser engineering (Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with concentration in Laser Engineering or Bachelor’s degree in Photonics with a focus on laser systems, etc)

Experience leading teams to maintain and operate complex, high risk systems

Experience leading laser or optical experiments

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum

Must be willing to work on a set 8 hour shift with set start and stop times. Must also be willing to work over on non-shift hours during critical times.

Desired

Advanced degree in laser engineering (Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with concentration in Laser Engineering or Bachelor’s degree in Photonics with a focus on laser systems, etc)

Working knowledge of control systems and mechanical/pneumatic equipment

Candidates may be considered for other positions at Xcimer Energy, and our actual base salary will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The range is published in accordance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and California Equal Pay Act.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Benefits

Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic and supplemental life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption; and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company’s long-term success.

Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach. Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team. In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown. Benefits are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.

$145,000 - $185,000 a year

Laser Beamline Lead at XCimer Energy – Denver, Colorado

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