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 lead manufacturing engineer will be responsible for leading and contributing to the manufacturing process development for magnet components and assemblies to grow the production line from development to full scale production. They are responsible for developing and qualifying manufacturing techniques both in house and at external machine shops and vendors. Their areas of focus are hardware process development, work instruction authoring, nonconformance resolution, and capacity modeling.
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:
Lead a team of manufacturing engineers responsible for manufacturing process development Organize project milestones and schedule to meet strategic targetsCommunicate project status, risks, and resource requirements to the team & leadershipOwn process development of the manufacturing line for HTS magnets from initial low-volume R&D to full-scale productionDevelop and qualify manufacturing techniques, processes, flow maps, and work instructions for superconducting magnet components and assembliesTroubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvementWork with external vendors and suppliers to support hardware delivery per production schedulesEstablish and execute plans for future factory expansion, including capital equipment and floor layoutsImplement DFM (design for manufacturability) and PFMEA (process failure mode and effects analysis) methodology and statistical process controls to set up a reliable, low defect manufacturing lineInfluence make vs. buy decisions and work with external vendors to augment internal capabilitiesThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering field is required2+ years' experience as a manufacturing engineer on complex electro-mechanical systemsExperience taking products from R&D into production, including developing manufacturing techniques to transition from manual to automated processesProject management experience working with internal customers and external vendors to deliver manufactured hardware within specified timelines and budgets Proficiency in work instruction writing, material planning, process mapping, and capacity modelingHigh self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills Additional preferred experience and/or qualifications:
5+ years' experience as a manufacturing engineer on complex electro-mechanical systemsExperience as a team lead or technical group leadExperience with magnets, thermo-mechanical assemblies, machining, welding, and/or VPI (vacuum pressure impregnation) is preferredExperience with the application of Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbsPerform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, sitting for extended periods of timeDedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenicsWillingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally#LI-Onsite