Electrical Engineering Engineer (Millimeter-Wave Heating) | Ingenieur (m/w/d)

Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik (IPP)

Garching bei München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 6, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) is seeking an Electrical Engineering Engineer to join the Tokamak Scenario Development division in Garching, focusing on the operation and expansion of the large-scale ASDEX Upgrade experiment. This critical role involves the operation and further development of the 8 MW millimeter-wave heating system, which is vital for fusion research. Day-to-day tasks include planning and supervising maintenance, conducting development work, overseeing manufacturing and assembly, and performing commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate must hold a university degree in Electrical Engineering and possess knowledge in areas such as high-voltage technology, millimeter-wave transmission, automation (SIMATIC), and vacuum systems. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to one of Germany's largest scientific-technical projects in a stable, international research environment dedicated to sustainable fusion energy.

Required Skills

Education

University of Applied Sciences or University Degree (B.Sc., B.Eng., Dipl.-Ing. [FH]) in Electrical Engineering

Experience

  • Experience in the development of prototype components
  • Participation in research operations and system analysis/optimization

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Mobility and resilience required for tests and inspections in confined or hard-to-reach areas.