About the role
Pulsed Power R&D Engineer
The Pulsed Power team is responsible for developing novel pulsed power technologies for use in space and on-earth. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pulsed Power R&D Engineer who can rapidly iterate and develop novel pulsed power systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a resource-constrained environment, capable of transforming vague inputs into functional prototypes through consistent logical questioning and experimentation. This role demands a proactive individual who is mission-focused, capable of working independently, and able to travel to the field when necessary.
Tasks:
- Lead and apply cutting-edge pulsed power systems. - Rapidly design and iterate innovative prototypes. - Ensure safe and efficient lab testing and operations. - Oversee design specifications and documentation. - Conduct performance, lifetime, and safety testing. - Work hands-on in a resource and schedule-constrained environment. - Refine prototypes based on experimental results. - Perform LTspice modeling tasks. - Develop custom diagnostics from scratch. - Innovate with a logical, problem-solving approach. - Communicate technical concepts clearly to the team and stakeholders. - Drive technological improvements and collaborate across teams. - Experience in high voltage systems and components - Experience in electro-static simulations - Strong first-principles engineering fundamentals. - Expert understanding of pulsed power systems. - Background in plasma physics. - Basic domain knowledge including surface mount soldering, EMI protection of circuits, and control of circuits using Arduinos. - Basic understanding of solid state power components/circuits (e.g. switched mode power supply topologies, power transformers, capacitors, MOSFET’s, thyristors) and integrated circuits. - Excellent communicator with the ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, managers, and suppliers. - Hands-on experience with fabrication and troubleshooting. - Excited to work in a startup company culture and atmosphere. - This position is located at Lunar Resources' facility in Houston, TX. Remote work is NOT possible for this position.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. - Proven experience in designing and developing pulsed power systems. - Proficiency in LTSpice or similar circuit simulation tools. - Experience in capacitive energy storage systems, gas and liquid switching, and vacuum power flow. - Excellent experimental and prototyping skills.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong first-principles engineering fundamentals. - Expert understanding of pulsed power systems. - Background in plasma physics. - Basic domain knowledge including surface mount soldering, EMI protection of circuits, and control of circuits using Arduinos. - Basic understanding of solid state power components/circuits (e.g. switched mode power supply topologies, power transformers, capacitors, MOSFET’s, thyristors) and integrated circuits. - Excellent communicator with the ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, managers, and suppliers. - Hands-on experience with fabrication and troubleshooting.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Excited to work in a startup company culture and atmosphere. - This position is located at Lunar Resources' facility in Houston, TX. Remote work is NOT possible for this position.
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