Process Technician

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Milpitas, CA 95101, US• Full Time

Posted 3 hours ago• Technician

Compensation

$35.00–$50.00/hour

Job Description

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 Process Technician

We’re looking for a Process Technician to join our R&D and pilot team to help build the next generation of thin-film deposition technology. The Process Technician will be responsible for processing tool operation and measurement system operation, sample measurement, data entry and reporting. The role will interact with R&D technical staff, process engineers, and metrology engineers. This role requires attention to detail, procedural discipline and timely execution. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What you'll do:

Operate thin film process equipment and thin film metrology systems
Execute experimental and test plans and document results
Use data management systems including laboratory information management systems and manufacturing execution systems

What we’re looking for:

Associate degree

Minimum 5 years of experience working as a process or metrology technician in thin film R&D and manufacturing

Commitment to safety and quality

Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment

Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work

Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including test execution, data collection and reporting

Demonstrated ability in reading and understanding technical instructions and manuals

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

Bonus points for:

B.S. in a technical field (or equivalent industrial experience)

Experience in the semiconductor, battery, solar cell, optoelectronics or related fields

Experience working in a fabrication facility

Must-have Requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time

Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally, including compressed work-week shift schedule

#LI-Onsite

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.