Transportation Planner

Number of employees

190

Devens, MA, United States

Posted on: 2025-05-13

Category: renewables

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) 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.

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 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 over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

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 Transportation Planner

As a member of the CFS Supply Chain Team you will be responsible for assisting in meeting company objectives through Logistics and Material movement. Your focus will be supporting timely shipping inbound and outbound of CFS goods and materials. You will need to be able to take on project style shipments in a project management role - showing the leadership to propose solutions for stakeholders and customers to enable meeting schedule and cost objectives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a customer-oriented mindset and have the ability to manage a variety of tasks.

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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.

What you'll do:

  • Set up and manage international shipments (inbound, outbound) prepare documentation and execute shipments with approved partners
  • Project Management of large shipments projects including schedule, scope and costing exercises, follow up on permits and external requirements for a successful transfer
  • Working with external freight forwarders to negotiate and find best solutions to complex shipping activities, cost savings opportunities
  • Support receiving shipments and dock operations as needed
  • Review and decide the best HTS classifications with the compliance team
  • Obey and enforce CFS Safety guidelines and policies on the loading dock and in the warehouse; correct any unsafe conditions or behaviors while maintaining a clean work environment
  • Ensure compliance with CFS SDS requirements, HAZMAT storage and shipping plans
  • What we're looking for:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ Years combined experience in Shipping or Logistics field
  • Experience in international shipments, customs requirements
  • Strong computer skills with MS office or G-Suite applications
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • Inventory & warehousing operational knowledge
  • Domestic & International shipping experience
  • Multimodal transportation experience
  • Bonus points for:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 2 years experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
  • Experience in start-up or high growth environment
  • Manufacturing/shop floor environment experience
  • Hazmat shipping experience
  • Must-have requirements:

  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • Perform activities such as stopping, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time
  • Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

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