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 collaborates with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with groundbreaking new high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. Our mission is to deploy these power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. To that end, 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 implement this plan, we are looking to add dedicated people to the team who treat people well, improve our work by adding multifaceted perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have achieved outstanding results through a range of pursuits, and have skills and experience related to this role.
The HTS R&D team at CFS is looking to hire an HTS R&D Engineer to support the ongoing design, engineering, and delivery of the SPARC net energy tokamak being built in Devens, MA. The SPARC tokamak utilizes compact high field magnet technology made possible by recent strides in commercial production of high temperature superconducting materials. The operating conditions and manufacturing processes of high field fusion magnets subject the HTS to extreme environments including high magnetic fields, neutron fluxes produced by deuterium-tritium fusion, high heat loads, and high mechanical loads. Therefore the successful design and operation of fusion magnets requires detailed knowledge and characterization of the electromagnetic and materials properties of the HTS conductor in similar extremes. The HTS R&D engineer will interface with and support multiple stakeholders across CFS including manufacturing[1] , engineering and design, supply chain, quality, and more. We are seeking an engineer with strong materials science and mechanical engineering fundamentals with previous experience working with putting high temperature superconductors into high field magnets.
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:
HTS testing and analysis including *Working with HTS testing team to increase the throughput and quality of HTS testing and analysis for production tapes *Interfacing with QA and scientific software to improve throughput and data accuracy *Planning and prioritizing HTS testing for R&D *Providing detailed instructions to HTS techs on how to prepare samples for HTS R&D tests, and for analyzing the data *Travel to other facilities and performing R&D tests at ultra-high magnetic fields and cryogenic environmentsInterface with the HTS manufacturing and production team regularly and ensure that our processes are compliant with HTS and design requirementsDesign instrumentation setups and experiments for HTS characterization in the relevant conditions required for high field magnetsCollaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing engineers and provide technical guidance relating to HTSDocument and report on results of R&D experiments and communicate them to relevant stakeholdersWork with ARC- planning team to figure out HTS requirements for ARC and develop a plan to achieve those goalsThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Master of Science or higher in one of the following or related fields: Physics, Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering, Materials Science3+ years experience in testing HTS electromagnetic properties such as transport and magnetization measurementsExperience in preparing and characterizing HTS using optical and electron microscopy toolsDesign of Experiments and experimental setups, with the ability to approach new problems with creativityExperience in communicating with a wide range of technical and non-technical audiencesExperienced and comfortable working with cryogens such as Liquid Nitrogen and Liquid HeliumKnowledge of the fundamentals of superconducting materials, particularly high temperature superconductorsComputational modelingExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsFundamental Materials Science knowledgeKnowledge of electromagnetic fundamentals and their application to HTS materialsGood communication skillsGood attention to detailAbility to clearly express and critique ideasAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and rapidly execute tasks and experimentsStrong time management skillsAbility to collaborate across multiple teams and stakeholdersKnowledge of fundamental statistical analysisAdditional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
3+ years experience working with high field magnetsExperience working with vacuum and cryo-cooled systemsExperience communicating with technical teams at vendors and suppliers1+ years experience working in a production environmentExperienced in using CAD software such as NX and Teamcenter for design of experimental setupsExperience with computational modeling such as COMSOL or ANSYSExperienced with processing and analyzing large datasetsExperience with programming instrumentation such as power supplies, nano voltmeters, and temperature controllers using LabView softwareAbility to occasionally lift up to 50 lbsPerform activities such as typing, stooping, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, may need to operate in small confined places in odd locationsDedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics#LI-Onsite