Thea Energy

Overview

Thea Energy is focused on commercializing fusion energy through innovative stellarator technology. The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will assist in various engineering tasks related to testing and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in generating and updating test documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality criteria for HTS magnet testing.
• Support design, prototyping, and commissioning of custom test fixtures and equipment.
• Work alongside test engineers, magnet designers, and manufacturing engineers to incorporate 'lessons learned' from testing into future designs.
• Manage virtual and physical inventory, organize assembly areas, and update manufacturing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Assist hardware procurement, evaluating vendor specs, and ensuring incoming parts meet quality standards.
• Track test metrics and results, and progress against critical program milestones.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong foundational understanding of engineering drawings and spatial mechanics.
• Hands-on project experience involving mechanical or electrical hardware design, build, and test.
• Familiarity with relevant hardware and software for developing test controls including LabView, Python, and National Instruments.
• Direct experience with fabrication or assembly processes such as machining and soldering.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as SolidWorks or NX.
• Ability to work through and solve highly multidisciplinary engineering problems.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional work ethic, with clear communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

• Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.