R&D Electromagnetic Analysis Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with equity

Flexible vacation days

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Fusion Energy Base is looking for a full-time R&D Electromagnetic Analysis Engineer in Massachusetts. The ideal candidate has at least a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 5+ years of experience in electromagnetic modeling.

This role will involve performing electromagnetic analysis for superconducting magnets, mentoring team members, and developing numerical tools. The company offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 – $145,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in modeling electromagnetics using the finite element method.
• Strong background in computational electromagnetic analysis.
• Ability to customize commercial finite element tools or develop new codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform electromagnetic analysis of superconducting magnets.
• Mentor and guide new team members in magnet design.
• Execute non-linear E&M simulations.

Skills

Computational electromagnetic analysis

Finite element method

Python

MATLAB

C++

Education

Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

COMSOL

Job description

R&D Electromagnetic Analysis Engineer

Location: Devens, MA – SPARC R&D. Full‑time, On‑site.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is focused on delivering the transition to fusion energy by developing commercially viable fusion power plants.

What you’ll do

• Perform electromagnetic analysis of superconducting magnets and inform design decisions.
• Work with experimental teams on instrumentation, measurement, and correlation of experiment to analysis.
• Develop new numerical tools to facilitate multi‑objective design optimization of high‑temperature superconducting magnets.
• Execute non‑linear, highly‑anisotropic E&M simulations in complicated geometries.
• Identify enabling technologies in the modeling and construction of high‑temperature superconducting magnets.
• Prepare reports and presentations as necessary.
• Mentor and guide new members of the team in magnet design and analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or a related field with an EM background (physics, mechanical engineering, etc.).
• 5+ years of experience modeling electromagnetics using the finite element method.
• Strong background and theoretical understanding of computational electromagnetic analysis.
• Experience modeling non‑linear physics.
• Experience with commercial finite element tools; COMSOL preferred.
• Ability to customize commercial finite element tools or develop new in‑house codes using modern programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, C, or C++.
• Ability to quickly grasp experimental setups and analyze data to validate models.
• Clear communication skills for expressing and critiquing ideas.
• Innovative problem‑solving mindset with emphasis on elegance and simplicity over complexity.
• Drive toward commercially viable solutions.
• History of thriving in fast‑paced, dynamic environments.
• Values that align with our company’s values of integrity, execution, impact, and self‑critique.

Bonus points for

• Multi‑physics FEM modeling with electromagnetics, heat transfer, mechanics, fluids, structures, etc.
• Experience working with superconducting non‑linear physics.
• Developing equivalent thermal and electrical circuit models.

Must‑have requirements

• Perform activities such as sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $90,000 – $145,000 per year, plus equity, benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience.

• Competitive compensation with equity.
• 13 company‑wide holidays.
• Flexible vacation days.
• 10 sick days.
• Generous parental leave policy.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Team‑building activities.

EEO Statement

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.