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.
This position will be responsible for machining or modifying parts per use of verbal communication, drawings and solid models using standard machine shop tooling such as 3 axis machining centers, waterjet, Trak mill and lathe, surface grinder and standard equipment.
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:
Safely program, set-up and operate multiple CNC equipment with minimal assistanceSimultaneously operate more than one CNC machine at a timeRead and adhere to all verbal and written processesInspect product utilizing visual and hand inspection equipment (microscopes, vernier calipers, micrometers, drop indicators, profilometer, etc.)Inspect, change and make offsets to cutting tooling in CNC equipmentUse 5S to maintain a clean and safe workspacePerform daily preventative maintenance on equipmentInteract in a professional manner with coworkers on a daily basisThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Formal trades or apprenticeship programsHigher level trade school certification or degree5 years experience in CNC machine tradeGood computer skillsExperience programming with cadBasic knowledge of G-codeStrong work ethic and high attention to detailFlexible ability to work in a fast-paced team environmentAbility to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential informationGreat communication skillsOpenness to working overtime or to arrange start time to benefit part run times as requiredBasic knowledge of welding and torchesKnowledge of how to use a plasma cutterBasic knowledge of sheet metal fabricationTrained in time managementAdditional experience and/or qualifications:
Knowledge of how to calculate tolerance changes to atmospheric temperature changes in shops (CTE)Full knowledge of MastercamExperience with Haas machining centers4 and 5 axis machining experienceWaterjet experienceEDM (electrical discharge machine) experienceAbility to lift up to 50 lbsDedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenicsPerform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of timeWillingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally