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 Staff Fuel Cycle & Blanket Test Engineer
The Staff Fuel Cycle & Blanket Test Engineer will be a technical leader in the operation, testing, and maintenance of laboratory systems for fusion fuel cycle and molten salt technology development.
The responsibilities of this role will be primarily focused on building new capabilities in the day-to-day operations of the gas handling & molten salt test facilities, and general test leadership for SPARC operations. Development of test plans, commissioning procedures, and integrating the completed systems to bring to a fully operational state are key responsibilities of the position. Job assignments in support of facility commissioning & testing should be completed in a highly independent manner, while also providing test result summaries to the Tritium and Blanket program leads, Director of Fuel Cycle & Blanket Technology, & Test Manager for general awareness of system state(s). This position will directly contribute to or lead major system test campaigns, while also working with the Test Manager to support training & development of new operators in tritium handling systems, operation of balance of plant & general lab equipment.
What you'll do:
Own infrastructure support, commissioning activities, and execution of test plans
Build expertise within a growing team, helping scale operations by contributing to training programs, workflows, and best practices
Contribute to team leadership while working closely with the Tritium Program lead and Blanket Program lead to design, commission and run test campaigns
Operation & general upkeep of gas handling & molten salt facility systems & laboratory equipment
Contribute to integrated system commissioning & build expertise in hazardous material facility operations at a technical level
Own preventative maintenance on assigned lab equipment as needed & trend maintenance needs across the gas handling & molten salt testing facilities
Contribute to, revise, & author operations procedures
Document facility learnings & contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
What we’re looking for:
MS in Engineering (chemical, mechanical, aerospace, materials), physics, chemistry, or a related field, with 10 years of experience
Experience building and executing testing in an R&D setting
Experience working collaboratively in a laboratory setting with techs and senior scientists
Experience with rigorous data management
Experience writing clear lab reports and similar documentation
Generation of formal presentations & ability to succinctly summarize findings for a range of audiences
Attention to detail, safety, and organization to execute tests with good controls
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, technical staff and others
Ability to clearly express and critique ideas
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Independent problem solving ability, & able to approach new problems with creativity
Bonus points for:
10+ years work experience in a laboratory setting
Experience working with high purity gases
Glovebox operations & PPE use for hazardous material handling.
Experience with analytical equipment and building high vacuum systems
Confluence, JIRA tools
Ability to interpret P&ID layouts & HMI indications for plant status
Must-have Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Operate chainfalls & rigging equipment for repair/maintenance operations for gas processing equipment
Perform activities such as typing, standing, and 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 occasionally or do required nights/weekends/on-call
Operations will eventually span multiple shifts - must be flexible on working hours during peak operations
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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.
