> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2725476-systems-engineer-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2725476-systems-engineer-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer / Architect - **Company:** Focused Energy - **Location:** Darmstadt, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Network Interface Controllers, PDMS, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/systems-engineer-architect-for-the-reactor-system-f-m-d-focused-8781537 ## About the Role * Degree in engineering. M.Sc. or Ph.D. in engineering would be nice to have. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering. * Experience with requirements engineering. * Demonstrated ability to break down complex systems into manageable pieces. * Capability to perform content-based multifaceted trade-offs/balancing within the triple constraint framework. * Instinctive ability to challenge constructively. * Nuclear plant systems design. * Systems engineering methodologies. * Multidisciplinary integration. * Model-Based Systems Engineering. * Familiarity with CAD/plant design tools. Nice-to-haves * Experience in the nuclear industry or a comparable high-integrity safety environment. * Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear plant systems design and safety analysis principles. * Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and tools such as SysML or Cameo Systems Modeler. * Experience with Jira and Confluence, RAMI analysis, Quality Assurance, Licensing processes. ## Description As Systems Engineer / Architect for the Reactor System, you will lead the architecture, integrated design, analysis, and development of the fusion island across the full engineering lifecycle - from concept and preliminary design through detailed design, commissioning support, and operations readiness. Working at the interface of multiple engineering disciplines, you will ensure that plant systems are safe, reliable, fully integrated, and compliant with regulatory requirements. You will oversee reactor and fusion island activities with a focus on technical interdependencies, alignment with key design and construction objectives, and delivery against major project milestones. A core responsibility of the role is to ensure that the final plant design is coherent, safe, and licensable. What You'll Do * Lead, support and drive the systems engineering process including the fusion island and the fuel cycle. * Develop, enforce and maintain system architecture, design descriptions, design basis documents, requirements, and interface control documents. * Baseline definition and maintenance. * Identify and promote system-level trade studies and design option analyses to optimize performance, safety, and cost. * Ensure proper integration of all disciplines into a coherent plant design. * Apply safety principles including defense-in-depth, single failure criterion, and diversity and redundancy requirements. * Participate in design review meetings, safety review committees, and independent verification and validation (IV&V) activities. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) - [Flexibility is Key: Unlocking the Advantages of Versatile Software Solutions for Strategic Innovatio](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1943-flexibility-is-key-unlocking-the-advantages-of-versatile-software-solutions-for-strategic-innovatio) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)