Senior Equipment Engineer

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

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer to join their R&D team. The role focuses on supporting and improving high-vacuum systems crucial for thin-film deposition technology.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for solving complex problems. A competitive salary range of $110,000 to $185,000 per year is offered, reflecting the critical nature of this position in advancing innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with high-vacuum systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in mentoring others in technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and improve high-vacuum systems.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations functions.
• Ensure safe and high-performance equipment operation.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Procedural discipline

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. And we're 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.

Senior Equipment Engineer – R&D Vacuum Deposition

We’re looking for a hands‑on Equipment Engineer to join our R&D team and help build the next generation of thin‑film deposition technology. The Equipment Engineer will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, and improving high‑vacuum systems used in R&D and operations. This role requires strong technical expertise, procedural discipline, and the ability to collaborate across engineering and operations functions to ensure safe, reliable, and high‑performance equipment operation. If you enjoy working on complex equipment, mentoring others, and solving problems in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Job Details

Location: Milpitas, CA | Salary: $110,000–$185,000 per year.