Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost.
The mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change.
If you are interested in joining our team, check out cfs.energy/careers for more information.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. The mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. To execute this plan, we are looking to add talented people to the team who are mission-driven and treat people well, improve our team by adding diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits, and have skill sets and experience that relate to this role.
A new class of high-field superconducting magnets will enable the SPARC tokamak to demonstrate net energy from fusion for the first time. To execute this plan, we are now looking to add a Head of Engineering to our growing team in Milpitas, CA.
This individual will be responsible for helping lead the engineering team to design, build, and implement advanced R&D equipment. This equipment presents a host of challenges including large, robust, and ergonomic high-vacuum chambers; components operating under extreme conditions such as high temperatures; large temperature gradients; complicated component manipulation; large pressure differentials; tight mechanical tolerances; and high uptimes. Applicants will have a strong track record of leading world-class engineering teams in the design and implementation of cutting-edge complex machinery.
CFS team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of integrity, execution, impact and self-critique. As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.
At CFS, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
This team member will:
Work within a multi-disciplinary, world-class team of top scientists and engineers to provide technical programmatic leadership by supporting staffing plans, hiring plans, and training plansProvide strong leadership skills to deliver complex, next-generation machinery on time and to budgetContribute to the technical design of complex machinery via strong mechanical engineering CAD and FEA abilitiesReport on and be accountable to the Head of Superconductor R&D for project progress, schedules, resources, and costsWork with the Head of Superconductor R&D to define technical development needs, required personnel, and to execute on project deliverablesManage large complex engineering projects within tight budget and schedule constraintsAnticipate bottlenecks, provide escalation management, anticipate and make trade-offs that balance the business needs vs. technical constraintsThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
At least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g., mechanical)10+ years of experience leading world-class teams in fast-paced environments to design, procure, construct, and operate novel, next-generation complex machineryDemonstrated experience managing engineering design teams of 10 or more people including technical tasks, scheduling, and budgetsExpertise with advanced 3D modeling, finite element analysis, and other simulation methodologiesThe ability to conceive novel solutions to challenging problemsAn exceptional safety record and attention to detailExpertise with engineering systems operating in challenging environmentsExpertise in applying Semi-S8, ASME, ACI, ASTM, and other mechanical standards to design solutionsAdditional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
Perform activities such as standing, and sitting for extended periods of timeDedication to safety to mitigate hazards