Engineering Intern

The intern will learn about vacuum systems and materials, rotating machinery, programming a stepper motor, and operating CNC mill. Research granule dropper mechanisms for use on fusion devices. A rotary dropper has been fabricated, it has trouble operating as expected, it jams, and granules get clogged in the holes. This device needs attention and help from a mechanically inclined person. The challenges are the granule drop, the bandwidth frequency, and the loading of the sub mm granules.

Are you interested in joining the world's brightest talent on solving some of the world’s grandest scientific challenges of the 21st century? Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is doing just that! Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!

Core Duties

• Cad design, fabrication of parts, testing of the unit already on the bench and modifying it for operability.

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate student

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• CAD experience Solidworks, milling machine, lath, working with power tools, stepper motors and their programming, and mechanical principles.

Working Conditions

• PPPL Collaboration at General Atomics. Onsite at GA or PPPL

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