Field Mechanical Engineer - Assembly

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Emeryville, California, is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to oversee the assembly sequence of critical components. This role involves defining work scope, resolving assembly issues, and collaborating with design teams to ensure manufacturability.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Civil, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, along with at least 5 years of experience in engineering and mechanical project ownership. A strong grasp of CAD software is also essential. Join us in revolutionizing fusion energy!

Qualifications

• 5 years of engineering experience required.
• 3+ years in mechanical engineering with project ownership.
• 2+ years in construction, manufacturing, or assembly process.

Responsibilities

• Expert in assembly sequence for workstation tasks.
• Define work scope including manifold and magnet assembly.
• Resolve assembly issues in coordination with design teams.
• Build tools and fixtures for production processes.
• Provide design feedback for manufacturability.
• Support operations during Tokamak Assembly.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Ownership

CAD Software

Education

Civil, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering B.S.

Tools

Siemens NX

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. We’re working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 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.

What you’ll do

• Co‑own and be the expert in the assembly sequence of your workstation (initially this role is scoped to the assembly of the Toroidal Field Coil (TF) semicircle sub‑assemblies), with the responsibility to determine and enact acceptable solutions and changes to the sequence that both allow successful completion of the work‑station but also fit with the entire SPARC assembly sequence
• Be responsible for new first‑encounter work scope definition including the installation of various manifolds and magnet sub‑assemblies
• Determine and execute solutions for identified assembly issues that arise, such as fit, method, or component handling problems. Work with the Tokamak System design teams to determine how a part or process step could be modified to work while also meeting functional requirements
• Proactively procure or build all tools, fixtures, or manipulation equipment required for the upcoming ports of the process in your workstation
• Serve as the owner for a process by testing, implementing, and handing off to production technicians for repeated use for any given operation or tool(s)
• Provide design feedback to SPARC sub‑system designs with a focus on manufacturing and assembly. Participate in both formal and informal design reviews to ensure what is delivered can be assembled
• Assist in the disposition and resolution of non‑conformance issues on parts or the process, then working to incorporate and release red‑line changes into an updated assembly sequence
• Support hands on operations during Tokamak Assembly serving a variety of roles in the process
• Work with teammates in a collaborative fashion to receive feedback early and often to ensure all requirements are met. Many SPARC projects involve high loads, vacuum requirements, and complex manipulation requiring the involvement and review of adjacent sub‑system experts

What we’re looking for

• Civil, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering B.S. with 5 years’ experience
• 3+ years’ of Mechanical Engineering Experience demonstrating project ownership
• 2+ years’ experience overseeing an in‑progress construction, manufacturing, or assembly/integration process
• 2+ years’ of experience with CAD software

Bonus points for

• 6+ years of Mechanical Engineering Experience demonstrating project ownership
• Experience with Siemens NX
• Lifting operations experience
• Knowledge of welding
• Knowledge of piping and tubing construction and joining
• Experience with highly complex or delicate assemblies
• Experience with assembly or integration in tightly packaged spaces
• Experience with fast‑paced and dynamic construction, manufacturing, or assembly/integration builds
• Experience with composite preparation, layup, and curing
• Experience with cable, tubing, bracing alignment and securing
• Experience with fiber inspection and splicing work and equipment
• Heavy component manipulation of large structures

Must‑have Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, climbing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Required onsite 5 days/week when assembly operations with relevant tools are underway, with possible alternating first or second shift assignment
• 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

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.