Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy About Type One Energy Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state‑of‑the‑art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies. Knoxville TN (Other office locations may be available) Contract: Permanent, full time Senior Director of Systems Engineering Type One Energy is seeking an experienced Senior RF Engineer‑ECH System Lead to oversee the design, development, and implementation of advanced RF and microwave systems for stellarator fusion.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with proven leadership and business development skills, driving innovation and excellence across multidisciplinary teams. Lead and mentor a team of engineers, scientists, and technicians in the design, construction, and testing of millimeter wave and microwave components and systems for plasma heating. Oversee multiple RF projects ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery.

Serve as a technical advisor for RF programs, providing guidance on system architecture, diagnostics, fusion absorption, and operation. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the RF group.



Manage client relationships and act as the primary point of contact for technical communications.

D. or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects. Robust background in millimeter wave component/system design, plasma heating, radar, or accelerator technologies.

Proven track record in business development, proposal writing, and strategic planning.

Experience working with both domestic and international clients. A hybrid work policy Retirement options Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high‑field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest‑risk, shortest‑schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner‑intensive and capital‑efficient strategy.

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Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

📌 Senior Engineer & Engineering Systems Lead (Vancouver)
🏢 Type One Energy Group
📍 Vancouver