Commonwealth Fusion Systems · 20 hours ago
Assembly Process Engineer - Contract
Devens, MA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50/hr - $62/hr
2+ years expCommonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. As an Assembly Process Engineer, you will help create, define, instruct, and assist in managing the assembly process of the SPARC tokamak device, collaborating with system design teams to ensure efficient and safe assembly methods.
Clean EnergyElectrical DistributionEnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Develop plans and work instructions for the successful handling, manipulation, guidance, and general integration of complex, novel, and unique assemblies that make up the SPARC sub-systems
Assist a lead field engineer in finalizing the strategy for each assembly step - this requires collaboration with the system teams to find the optimum assembly steps, methods, strategies, safety measures, specifications, custom and off-the-shelf tooling, and other details
Develop a working knowledge of CFS ERP and MES systems and ensure that part traceability is integrated into the work instruction steps and throughout the part assembly process
Utilize problem solving ability and communication skills when non-conformances and challenges arise in the assembly process
Within the work instruction development, ensure tool and personnel access is available as required for system assembly steps
Be responsible for the plans of part movement at each step and checking that there are no interferences with other systems during movement and part placement
Be responsible for construction of the assembly work instruction packets for all SPARC sub-assemblies, and the incorporation of them into the assembly work orders to create the optimum assembly and testing sequence
Provide assistance in development and improvement of the work instruction packet and work order creation process to increase standardization, efficiency, safety, clarity, and overall good communication of the instructions for the success of the assembly process
Participate in collaborative work with the assembly engineers, tooling engineers, designers, coordinators, as well as direct personnel performing the Tokamak Assembly during on-site work
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
At least 2 years technical experience in the integration of complex and large mechanical structures (e.g. aerospace, chemical) and experience in work instruction packet creation
Exceptional attention to detail
Safety conscious and proactive
An ability to clearly express and critique ideas
An aptitude to use data to drive decisions
An emphasis on elegance and simplicity over complexity
The ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments
A drive toward commercially viable solutions
Values that align with our company's values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
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
Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Preferred
Bachelor's or associate degree in a related field
Metrology
High-vacuum projects and processes
Experience with manufacturing management software
NX
Large Component (>10 Ton) lifting experience
Company
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems designs and develops commercial fusion energy systems to produce clean energy.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.88BKey Investors
GoogleUS Department of EnergyTiger Global Management
2025-08-27Series B· $863M
2025-06-30Corporate Round
2024-06-06Grant· $15M
Leadership Team
Robert Mumgaard
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Martin Greenwald
Cofounder
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