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Production Technician - First Shift

Commonwealth Fusion SystemsTechnicianOperations
Pay
$30–$41/hour
Work mode
On-site
Full Time
Location
Somerville, MA
Experience
6+ yrs
High school

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181 mild days0 hot · 100 cold
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9% top rateMassachusetts

What you need

  • 6+ yrs electromechanical assembly experience
  • 6+ yrs hand tools experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally
  • Willingness to work nights/weekends/on-call

What you'll do

  • Build electromechanical parts and assemblies
  • Develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques
  • Perform production builds per procedures and test instructions
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies
  • Operate production, testing, and high-powered magnet equipment
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, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.
 
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading 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 Production Technician
 
The production technician is an integral part of the CFS team performing and monitoring the manufacturing processes required to build and test superconducting magnets. You will have the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, exciting atmosphere to help the team meet the global necessity for clean energy. Ensures functional operation and preventative maintenance of equipment and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include close cooperation with Operations, Maintenance, Quality and other departments to ensure goals and objectives are met. This role will lead the way to making Earth sustainable for the future to come.
 
This production technician position requires 6+ years' experience in electro mechanical assembly.
 
Hours: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Rate of pay: $30 - $41 per hour

What you'll do:

  • Build a variety of electromechanical parts and assemblies  
  • Work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and processes   
  • Perform production builds according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvement  
  • Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, wrenches, allen keys micrometers, and calipers 
  • Read and interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams and detailed work instructions
  • Communicate challenges and ideas effectively to peers and leadership
  • Operate production, testing and high-powered magnet equipment
  • Perform other related job duties related to the job, as assigned by management
  • Ability to identify problems in a product and make clear recommendations to better the process
  • Display great attention to detail and a sound understanding of what makes a good product

    • What we’re looking for:

  • High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher 
  • Minimum of 6 years experience with various hand tools
  • Minimum of 6 years experience in Mechanical or Electrical Assembly

    • Bonus points for:

  • Experience with winding equipment of any type is a plus
  • PLC Experience 
  • Material processing
  • Working with cryogenic chemicals such as LN2 and Helium in a controlled environment
  • Basic power tools
  • Electrical schematic and wiring
  • Epoxy potting or injection molding experience
  • Plumbing
  • Vacuum systems
  • Soldering
  • Harness builds / Wiring
  • Commitment to safety and quality 
  • Ability to take directions from leadership and work independently 
  • Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills 
  • Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work  
  • Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including assembly and testing
  • Ability to represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times

    • Must-have requirements:

  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • Perform activities such as stooping, 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 cryogenicss
  • Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
    • #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.

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    About Commonwealth Fusion Systems

    Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is building SPARC, the world's first net-energy fusion machine. Spun out of MIT, they are commercializing compact fusion power plants using high-temperature superconducting magnets to deliver clean, limitless energy.

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