MANAGER, MFG ENGINEERING, $110K-$185K

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Parental leave

Generous vacation/leave

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Engineering for the third shift in Devens, MA. You will lead the weekend manufacturing engineering organization, coordinate priorities with Production and Quality, and serve as the central escalation point for weekend operations.

The role demands a strong engineering background, extensive manufacturing leadership experience, and the ability to drive process improvements in a high-paced environment with safety and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required.
• Significant experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, or production operations leadership.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and operational leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the weekend manufacturing engineering organization, establishing priorities and aligning resources to meet production goals.
• Serve as the central technical escalation point for weekend operations, representing risks and requirements to senior leadership and cascading strategic direction to the team.
• Act as the primary engineering interface for cross-functional technical decision-making, facilitating troubleshooting and resolution of complex process issues.
• Drive manufacturing execution by partnering with Production and Quality to implement process standards, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, technical rigor, and operational excellence through Lean methodologies and data-driven problem solving.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven problem solving

Operational excellence

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

MANAGER, MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING - THIRD SHIFT DEVENS, MA:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems Corporate

Operations - Operations - Manufacturing / Full-time / On-site Do you take pride in doing things right the first time? Looking for a challenging leadership role with growth potential at the leading private fusion company? Ready to join a team that values integrity, execution, and impact? We want to hear from you! Join the power movement as Manager, Manufacturing Engineering. 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. If you’re a manufacturing engineering leader who thrives in a high-complexity, fast-paced environment, this is your moment.

The Schedule: Shift: Monday - Friday, third shift

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and coordinate the weekend manufacturing engineering organization, establishing priorities and aligning resources to meet production goals
• Serve as the central technical escalation point for weekend operations, representing risks and requirements to senior leadership and cascading strategic direction to the team
• Act as the primary engineering interface for cross-functional technical decision-making, facilitating troubleshooting and resolution of complex process issues
• Drive manufacturing execution by partnering with Production and Quality to implement process standards, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a culture of safety, technical rigor, and operational excellence through Lean methodologies and data-driven problem solving

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
• Significant experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, or production operations leadership
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating engineering activities in a production environment
• Strong troubleshooting, technical decision-making, and operational leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-complexity, fast-paced manufacturing environments with shifting priorities
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational leadership

Capabilities - Experience Supporting Off-shift Or Extended-hour manufacturing operations preferred

• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence experience preferred
• Experience supporting off-shift or extended-hour manufacturing operations
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence certification/experience
• Strong technical judgment with the ability to make timely decisions under pressure and lead through influence

Must-have Requirements / Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Compensation & Benefits:

• $110,000-$185,000/year + equity + benefits (actual salary depends on level, location, qualifications, experience)
• Competitive compensation with equity
• 13 company-wide holidays, flexible vacation days, 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment offers may be contingent on compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.