Automation Engineer – Magnet Industrialisation

• Architect a breakthrough energy technology – Play a defining role in designing and integrating the systems that will power the world’s first commercial stellarator fusion plant, influencing decisions that shape the future of clean energy.

• Solve some of the most complex engineering challenges in fusion – Work across magnet design, HTS technology, manufacturing, structural integration, and controls, turning cutting-edge science into real hardware

• Move fast and build what matters – Join a highly ambitious, multidisciplinary team that combines cutting-edge simulation with hands-on engineering, turning bold ideas into real hardware on the path to commercial fusion.

WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION

• You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world.

YOUR IMPACT

You will support the industrialisation of production processes for magnet production, contributing directly to the execution of key activities within Proxima’s magnet program.

You will play a central role in designing, programming and operating automation cells performing a wide array of production processes such as welding, bonding, sealing and coating.

You will operate across a wide range of technical tasks, from design and engineering to hands on production work, and collaborating closely with engineers and technicians

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Advise on future line design and automation concepts

• Define the requirements for automation cells for different processes to ensure performance, repeatability and safe operation

• Contribute to the development of control strategies for new production lines

• You will build and commission automation cells, including running FAT at supplier sites

• Identify and test different manufacturing and in-process monitoring approaches

• Design jigs and tools for magnet industrialised production

• Support in the process development and prototyping of magnets, with scalability and repeatability in mind.

• Collaborate closely with engineers and technicians across multiple teams

WHO YOU ARE

• A master´s degree in mechanical, mechatronics or similar engineering field

• A wide experience in robotics, automation and process monitoring in an industrial setting

• Strong hands-on experience in production environments over a wide range of production processes (for ex. welding, machining, assembly, bonding)

• Experience with robotic simulation and offline programming (e.g. RoboGuide, RobotStudio, Process Simulate). Previous work on FANUC systems is a plus

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, Ethernet, Profinet)

• Proficient in industrial-level PLC programming

• Ability to work across a variety of tasks in a dynamic environment

• Reliable, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset

• Strong team player, able to collaborate closely with engineers and technical staff

• A high performer who loves challenges and is not afraid to experiment, take risks and learn from mistakes.

NICE TO HAVE

• Familiarity in both prototype manufacturing and industrial manufacturing

• Proficiency in CAD: good knowledge of Catia V5 or 3DExperience are considered as a plus

• Exposure to SCADA systems or MES integration

• Familiarity with Beckhoff PLC and motion control

• Knowledge of safety standards and risk assessments in automated environments

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)

• Technical Screening (30 min)

• Technical Panel (3x60 min)

*This role sits at L2 of our framework, please inquire during the recruitment process for further information.