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.
The SPARC tokamak facility contains industrial systems that provide the tokamak with electrical power, RF heating, cryogenic cooling, fusion fuels, and other utilities. Each of these complex plant systems must be integrated with the control system hardware/software, commissioned individually, and then integrated with the SPARC tokamak in a process similar to commissioning a new power plant or other industrial facility.
You will build a team to commission the SPARC plant systems and integrate the tokamak to control system hardware. You must develop the business practices, tools, and procedures necessary for a successful commissioning campaign. You will work closely with both the engineering teams designing the SPARC systems and the construction teams who will build and deliver the plant. You will deliver to the tokamak operations team an integrated plant and tokamak system that is ready to start vacuum, cryogenic, and magnet operations leading to first plasma.
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:
Develop tools and business practices to guide commissioning workCoordinate the overall commissioning schedule Develop plans and procedures to commission SPARC systems in coordination with engineering teamsPlan for safe operations during commissioning of high voltage, cryogenic, RF, and other industrial systemsWork closely with vendors, construction support, commissioning agents, and CFS personnel in the planning and execution of plant commissioningWork closely with the SPARC mechanical assembly team to integrate the SPARC tokamak with instrumentation and control system hardwareHire, develop, and manage a team of 3-6 engineers responsible for the commissioning campaignCoordinate and manage a large team of engineers and technicians during commissioning of the SPARC plantThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science field (e.g., electrical, mechanical, industrial, etc.)Planning and executing the integration, test, and commissioning of a large industrial or R&D project (e.g. power plant, manufacturing facility, accelerator, etc.)Testing and troubleshooting sensors, actuators, electrical, mechanical, and/or fluid componentsDemonstrated experience leading teams of engineers and technicians in a demanding yet exhilarating work environmentAdditional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
Experience with power electronicsExperience with vacuum systemsExperience with heating, cryogenics, and fluids systemsExperience with instrumentation and control systemsExperience with hardware/software integration and testFamiliarity with 3D modeling tools, such as NX or AVEVAAbility to lift up to 50 lbs occasionallyAbility to perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of timeWillingness to adhere to safety protocols to mitigate hazards such as heat, cold, fumes, noise, and strong magnetsWillingness to travel occasionally