Senior Controls Engineer — Lead, Systems & Automation

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to own execution approaches for complex machine concepts, mentoring juniors, and delivering robust system architectures. You will write PLC code, define milestones, and influence cross‑functional teams using data‑driven approaches.

You’ll lead key electro‑mechanical control initiatives, ensure NFPA/NEC compliance, and advance manufacturing and test equipment with demonstrable impact on project milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 7+ years of controls engineering on complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in IEC 61131-3 languages and safety system standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development for complex machines, balancing specs and lead times.
• Develop robust system architectures and electrical schematics per standards.
• Write and debug PLC structured text focusing on maintainability.
• Mentor junior engineers and support cross-functional alignment.

Skills

Controls engineering

IEC 61131-3

Safety systems

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Beckhoff

Siemens

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Ignition SCADA

Job description

Commonwealth Fusion Systems seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to own execution approaches for complex machine concepts, mentoring juniors, and delivering robust system architectures. You will write PLC code, define milestones, and influence cross‑functional teams using data‑driven approaches.

You’ll lead key electro‑mechanical control initiatives, ensure NFPA/NEC compliance, and advance manufacturing and test equipment with demonstrable impact on project milestones.