Thea Energy
Senior HTS Magnet Cryogenics Engineer
$140K–$180K
Kearny, NJ · On-site · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 24, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years of dedicated professional experience in cryogenic engineering applied to superconducting magnet systems; HTS preferred, or LTS with strong HTS understanding.
- Education
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field; Ph.D. preferred.
About the job
Leads thermal and cryogenic design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting for HTS magnet systems and related test facilities.
What you'll do
- Design and integrate cryogenic cooling systems for HTS magnet assemblies; model thermal, fluid, and structural performance.
- Specify and procure cryogenic hardware, and lead prototype testing, commissioning, and validation.
- Troubleshoot cryogenic integration issues, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams.
What they ask for
- Deep expertise in vacuum technology and low-temperature material properties.
- Experience cooling superconducting magnets and with cryogenic refrigeration systems.
- Proficiency with thermal simulation software and CAD systems.
- Practical laboratory experience with cryogens, vacuum leak detection, and sensor integration.
Nice to have
- Experience with HTS tape technologies (2G REBCO) and quench protection thermal modeling.
- Hands-on design of high-current thermal leads or experience building cryogenic test facilities.
Pay
USD 140,000–180,000 (per-year-salary); base salary
Tools
ANSYS, COMSOL, Thermal Desktop, SolidWorks, NX, Gifford-McMahon, Pulse Tube, Stirling
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