Electrical Engineer (m/f/d) for High Heat Flux Test Facility GLADIS

The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) is one of the world"s leading centers for fusion research. With around 1100 dedicated employees in Garching near Munich and Greifswald, we are committed to exploring the fundamental principles of fusion power plants. These power plants generate energy without climate-damaging emissions, are safe, sustainable and nearly limitless - just like the sun. Fusion power plants have the potential to play an important role in supplying energy to future generations.
At the IPP site in Garching we are conducting research on the large-scale experiment ASDEX Upgrade. This is a fusion plant of the world-famous tokamak type.

We are seeking an electrical engineer (m/f/d) to drive the technical implementation of the GLADIS Heavy Duty (GLADIS HD) project. The focus lies on upgrading the GLADIS test facility for long-pulse operation (≥ 30 minutes) to test components for future fusion power plants under realistic conditions.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and integration of the high-voltage power supply (Pulse-Step Modulation PSM) and control systems (Siemens SIMATIC)
• Development and optimization of power supplies for ion sources (RF sources, high-voltage tetrodes)
• Adaptation of diagnostics (e.g., UV camera systems, multispectral pyrometry) for long-pulse operation
• Collaboration with suppliers (e.g., for high-voltage systems, semiconductor technology)
• Ensuring project milestones (pulse durations up to 30 minutes at 20 MW/m2 heat flux density)

Your Qualifications

• Completed degree (Bachelor) in electrical engineering (or related fields such as physical or mechanical engineering, energy technology)
• Project management skills and technical documentation
• Team player with interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Good knowledge of German (at least B2)
• Fluent English (at least B2, project language).
• Experience in high-voltage engineering, power electronics, or control systems preferred

Our Offer

• Work on a globally leading test facility with high relevance for fusion research
• Close collaboration with scientists and engineers in plasma physics
• State-of-the-art infrastructure (high-voltage labs, control systems)
• The salary is based on the assignment of tasks and qualifications and goes up to salary grade 12 according to the German public sector tariff (TVöD Bund), subsidies for capital-forming benefits and annual bonus payments
• The position is limited for 2 years
• Flexible working time models
• Partially remote working is possible in some cases (depending on operational requirements)
• 30 days of vacation (based on a 5-day week) and additional days off, e.g. at Christmas and New Year's Eve
• Company pension plan for the public sector (VBL supplementary pension)
• Subsidies for job tickets (e.g. Deutschlandticket)
• Canteen with a varied menu
• Free parking at the institute premises and direct connection to public transport
• Further training opportunities for professional development, skills trainings and the Max Planck Society's online training academy
• Company health management for health care and prevention
• Various sports activities, groups and courses
• Social counseling for support in difficult life and work situations
• Family service for all questions relating to work-life balance
• Discounted vacation apartments in Germany and abroad

We value a fair, diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or their social, ethical or religious background. We aim to increase the representation of women in areas where they are underrepresented and encourage them to apply. We also support the hiring of people with disabilities and invite them to apply.
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Will we meet us soon at the IPP?

We look forward to receiving your online application until 30.06.2026.