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R&D Mechanical Test Engineer

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Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

501-1,000 employees

Develops and commercializes fusion energy systems

Energy

Senior

Devens, MA, USA

Hybrid position in Devens, MA.

Category
QA & Testing
Performance Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science field is required; Mechanical engineering or similar, or applied physics degree
  • 5+ years experience designing/building/commissioning mechanical/industrial equipment
  • 5+ years using CAD software to design complex assemblies, producing drawings for procurement with a working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stackup
  • 5+ years experience with analysis of mechanical components, strength of materials and failure criteria. Familiar with use of fasteners, analysis of welds, and bolted joints
  • Familiarity with electromagnetic fundamentals – voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s Law, AC/DC, right-hand rule, solenoids, etc.
  • Excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
  • Effective at communicating technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly
  • A can-do attitude and an eagerness to learn and/or teach junior engineers/techs
  • Collaboration skills including active listening and facilitating a productive discourse on problems
  • Ability to innovate creative solutions to challenging problems
  • Willingness to challenge the status quo in search of better, more efficient methods
  • Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/overtime
Responsibilities
  • Design, analyze, review, procure, and build test equipment. Including structures, fluid systems, pressure vessels, mechanical systems, and electro-mechanical systems
  • Work with Test Engineers to plan tests for achieving objectives, collecting key data needed and defining instrumentation and controls necessary to obtain this data. Ensure data is reliable
  • Understand, challenge, and maintain well-documented requirements and risks for the system or component under test
  • Identify and mitigate safety hazards associated with test equipment. Produce safety documentation such as job hazard assessments and test readiness reviews
  • Maintain documentation and schedule for projects responsible for. Documentation may include: design reviews, wiring lists, P&IDs, schematics, CAD assemblies, and drawings
  • Perform any needed analysis to create successful designs. Analysis may include structural, thermal, or fluid. Analysis may be hand calcs or FEA, which ever is warranted. Support for complex analysis is available, however this role would work with analyst to define and approve results
  • Troubleshoot and resolve integration discrepancies during build, and commissioning of new designs
  • Iterate on designs, equipment, and operations to improve designs
  • Work within a team to achieve objectives. This includes regular scheduled reporting
Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

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Commonwealth Fusion Systems focuses on developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source. The company utilizes advanced magnet technology, created in partnership with MIT, to build smaller and more affordable fusion systems called tokamaks. These devices use magnetic fields to confine plasma, making them an efficient method for achieving fusion. Currently, CFS is manufacturing high-temperature superconducting magnets and constructing SPARC, which aims to be the first commercially viable net energy fusion machine. The success of SPARC will lead to the development of ARC, the first fusion power plant. CFS differentiates itself from competitors by its commitment to scientific integrity and a mission-driven approach, aiming to provide cost-competitive fusion energy to help combat climate change.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

41%

2 year growth

105%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing a $15 million agreement with the DOE and multiple INFUSE awards highlights CFS's strong governmental support and potential for rapid growth.
  • The acquisition of additional land for expansion indicates a forward-thinking strategy and readiness for scaling operations.
  • CFS's innovative technology and strategic partnerships position it to be a leader in the clean energy revolution, offering significant career growth opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • The high costs and technical challenges associated with developing fusion energy could delay commercialization and impact financial stability.
  • Dependence on governmental funding and regulatory support introduces uncertainty, especially with changing political landscapes.

What makes Commonwealth Fusion Systems unique

  • CFS leverages revolutionary high-temperature superconducting magnet technology developed with MIT, setting it apart from other fusion energy startups.
  • Their focus on building commercially-relevant net energy fusion machines like SPARC and ARC positions them as frontrunners in the race to achieve practical fusion energy.
  • CFS's mission-driven approach and commitment to scientific integrity ensure a strong alignment with global sustainability goals, unlike competitors who may prioritize short-term gains.

Benefits

12.5 Company-wide Holidays

Our vacation policy is 'take vacation'

Our sick time policy is 'get better and try not to make others sick'

Generous parental leave policy

Health Reimbursement

Health, Dependent Care, & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts

Delta Dental, Blue 20/20 Vision optional

Wellbeing / Headspace coverage

Short-term & long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401K