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Expression of Interest - Research Scientist
Zap Energy
Develops compact, scalable fusion reactors using sheared‑flow‑stabilized Z‑pinch without magnets.
Research scientist role focusing on plasma physics for Z-pinch fusion development
15 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Everett, WA
Onsite
Company Size
150 Employees
Service Specialisms
Fusion energy platform
Sheared‑flow‑stabilized Z‑pinch technology
Repetitive pulsed‑power systems
Plasma physics engineering
Power‑supply manufacturing
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Fusion Energy
Clean Energy
Commercial Power
Technology
Research and Development
Engineering
Nuclear
+7 more
Role
Description
system integration
plasma modeling
experimental design
diagnostics development
data analysis
scientific publishing
Collaborating with engineering teams on system integration and experimental setups
Computational Plasma Modeling
Experimental Design and Data Analysis
Leading or supporting experimental campaigns on Z-pinch fusion devices
Designing and fielding plasma diagnostics (e.g., Thomson scattering, interferometry, spectroscopy, magnetics, neutronics)
Publishing and presenting scientific results
Analyzing experimental and computational data, including error propagation and interpretation
Requirements
plasma physics
fusion diagnostics
materials science
applied physics
problem solver
team player
You’re a creative problem solver and effective communicator
Plasma Physics
Fusion Plasma Diagnostics
Materials Science
You have a strong foundation in plasma physics or related fields
Applied Physics
You thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
$130 million
Series D funding
Raised in July 2024 through successive rounds of private funding.
100 kW
Pilot platform power
Century, the experimental pilot platform, achieves a power output of 100 kW.
Pioneers a sheared-flow-stabilized Z-pinch fusion system that confines plasma without magnets or lasers.
Operates multiple experimental fusion devices: ZaP, FuZE, FuZE-Q.
Designs aim for a modular power plant featuring flowing liquid-metal blankets to absorb heat and neutrons.
Positioned for commercial fusion by combining plasma physics breakthroughs with engineering scale-up.
Culture + Values
No specific official culture or values are publicly stated on the company’s website or LinkedIn.
Environment + Sustainability
11–37 Million °C
Plasma Temperatures Achieved
The company has successfully generated plasma temperatures ranging from 11 million to 37 million degrees Celsius in its FuZE device.
1080 Plasmas
Plasmas Generated in 2.5 Hours
The 'Century' platform has demonstrated the ability to produce 1,080 plasmas over a continuous 2.5-hour period with liquid-metal wall integration.
@10 Million Times
Energy Efficiency Ratio
Fusion provides approximately 10 million times more energy per ounce compared to coal, showcasing exceptional energy efficiency.
#Tech50
Ranked Among Top GreenTech Companies
The company is recognized by TIME magazine in its 2025 list of the world's top GreenTech companies.
Developing compact, scalable fusion reactors without magnets or lasers, aiming for lowest‑cost path to carbon‑free energy
Backed by grants from U.S. Department of Energy’s Milestone‑Based Fusion Development Program
Zap Energy targets net‑zero carbon electricity via fusion; fusion delivers ~10 million times more energy per ounce than coal
Inclusion & Diversity
Provides no public DEI strategy or gender-related data on its website or LinkedIn.
Articles
DOE Certifies Zap Energy Fusion Technology Milestone
Retrofitting for fusion? feasibility study
Zap Energy | Breakthrough Energy profile