VP of Marketing and Communications

Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡ ️

About Type One Energy

Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.

Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Its FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.

Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a “ VP of Marketing and Communications

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Location:

Knoxville (TN), Madison (WI) or Boston (MA)

Salary:

Highly Competitive Plus Benefits

Contract:

Permanent, full time

Reporting to:

Senior VP of Marketing and External Affairs

Your role in the mission:

Type One Energy are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President (VP) of Marketing and Communications to lead the development and execution of our strategic marketing, brand, and communications efforts. This is a unique opportunity to shape the voice, perception, and presence of a breakthrough fusion energy company during a pivotal stage of growth. Reporting directly to the SVP of Marketing and External Affairs you will be responsible for building our brand, managing the marketing team and increasing visibility across public, private, commercial, investment and policy audiences.

You will own the full marketing and communications function, setting the strategic vision, designing scalable processes, and building a team to execute high-impact campaigns. From articulating our long-term mission to announcing critical technical and scientific milestones, you’ll craft messaging that resonates with diverse audiences—from investors and policymakers to scientists, engineers, potential employees, end users and the general public.

This role includes both external and internal communications. You’ll oversee media relations, digital presence, and content creation while also enabling strong internal messaging, executive communications, and culture amplification. You will be responsible for designing and implementing a consistent brand and voice across all channels and touchpoints.

You will lead marketing operations, define KPIs and ROI for brand and communications efforts, and manage internal staff and external partners. You will collaborate closely with the executive team, R&D leads, people operations, policy experts, and business development to position the company as a category leader in clean energy innovation.

This is ideal for a creative and strategic thinker who can move between high-level vision and hands-on execution. You should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced start up environment and energized by the opportunity to shape how the world sees fusion energy.

Marketing & Brand Strategy

External Communications

Digital & Content

What you’ll need:

Preferred:

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In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…

Embrace the mission by submitting your application on our careers page, then head over to our website to learn more about the revolutionary team behind Stellarator technology.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.