Shift Operations Engineer - SPARC

Number of employees

1050

Devens, MA, USA

Posted on: 2026-03-13

Category: renewables

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is on a mission to deliver clean fusion energy to the planet fast enough to matter for humanity’s biggest challenges.

It’s urgent. The gap between the energy we need and the energy we have is widening every day. Fusion is a critical part of the energy transition away from fossil fuels, a new chapter for the world’s energy supply.

We’re committing to delivering fusion power plants and a full-fledged fusion energy industry as we’ve delivered on other promises. Like the world’s strongest high-temperature superconducting magnet, the game-changing technology that’s making commercial fusion energy a reality.

We’ve raised over $2 billion in capital — more than any other fusion energy company — and attracted top talent to design, build, and deliver commercial  fusion power plants. And we’re working with policymakers and suppliers to make fusion energy available globally.

As we push toward the fusion-energy future, we’ll keep setting and meeting milestones, sharing and validating our progress, and encouraging others to do the same.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Shift Operations Engineer – SPARC

Reporting to the Manager of SPARC Plant Operations, the Shift Operations Engineer is a foundational member of the team responsible for the preparation, commissioning, and 24/7 operation of the SPARC fusion facility. As an operator of the SPARC plant, you will ensure the reliability of critical infrastructure, including electrical distribution, cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, cryogenic cooling systems, and HTS magnets.

The Shift Operations Engineer will also contribute to procedure development, commissioning, maintenance planning, work management, troubleshooting, testing, and training. This is a high-impact role requiring a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a dynamic, "first-of-a-kind" environment where troubleshooting and rigorous operational standards are the norms.

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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless 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.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

What you'll do:

  • Operate, maintain, and test equipment, components, and systems associated with plant operations
  • Troubleshoot assigned systems and equipment, including cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, liquid nitrogen, cryogenic plant, and electrical distribution
  • Coordinate, oversee, and/or perform field work activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution
  • Operate plant equipment in compliance with established safety protocols
  • Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support site maintenance and operations
  • Develop new operating procedures for systems being designed, built, and commissioned
  • Create maintenance plans for new systems to ensure long-term reliability
  • Support training efforts to prepare operations staff for safe and effective plant operations
  • Work 12-hour, rotating shifts (including days, nights, weekends, and holidays) to ensure full time coverage of the facility
  • What we’re looking for:

  • High School Graduate/GED or Bachelors degree
  • 5+ years in operations at complex facilities
  • Experience in high-voltage and/or complex electrical environments
  • Experience with large cooling water systems
  • Previously qualified in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Program 
  • Complex facility operations (power plant, oil & gas, LNG, etc.) 
  • Strong safety background 
  • Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and theory of operation of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems 
  • Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) 
  • Ability to adapt and excel in a constantly changing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and concepts quickly 
  • Bonus points for:

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field
  • Experience in radiological environments
  • Experience with cryogenic plants
  • Strong background in Human Performance principles 
  • Experience with high-voltage electrical systems 
  • Software controls development 
  • Must-have Requirements:

  • Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
  • Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
  • Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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