Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Harvard, MA is seeking a Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer. This pivotal role ensures safety compliance for the SPARC and future ARC projects aimed at developing fusion energy technology.

The ideal candidate will oversee safety strategies, collaborate with teams, and provide technical support for engineering design. Salary ranges from $150,000 to $225,000 USD per year.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in EHS engineering.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and safety regulations.
• Experience with fusion energy technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety strategies, workflows, and practices for SPARC and ARC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement safety standards.
• Provide technical support for engineering design and operations.

Skills

Safety strategy oversight

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical support for engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

EHS management systems

Safety assessment tools

Job description

Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer

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 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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer to join our team at CFS. The CFS Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of both the SPARC and future ARC projects; ambitious endeavors aimed at developing cutting‑edge fusion power technology. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing safety strategies, workflows, and practices for both projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards. The CFS Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, review and update safety guidance, support the definition of and response to major transients, and implement safety standards for various activities within the SPARC and ARC programs.

The Principal Environmental, Health and Safety Engineer provides technical support for engineering design, assembly, commissioning, and operations for the SPARC Project and future ARC Projects. Engineer focus areas include, but are not limited to Equipment Safety, Process Safety, and Operational Safety. This role supports overall EHS initiatives.

Location: Devens, MA
Compensation: 150,000 – 225,000 USD per year