Senior Test Planning Engineer - Assembly

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional growth opportunities

Generous holiday policy

Sick days

Parental leave

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Senior Test Planning Engineer for the SPARC Assembly team. This on-site, full-time role focuses on planning and approving test campaigns, procedures, and instructions to accelerate project milestones while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

You will generate test procedures, manage risk analysis, and lead complex troubleshooting with a focus on high voltage and hazardous testing. Strong MS Office and 3D modeling skills are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field

Responsibilities

• Translate test requirements into procedures and instructions for complex tests, ensuring safety and quality.
• Develop test campaigns and schedules, coordinating with engineering and technician teams.
• Lead troubleshooting actions and analyze test results to drive improvements and risk reduction.
• Create clear, concise procedures and templates for version control and knowledge capture.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory policies in field activities.

Job description

Senior Test Planning Engineer – AssemblyDevens, MASPARC Tokamak Team – Assembly

Full-time – On-site

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, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future. We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading 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.

This position is overall responsible for planning, drafting and achieving necessary approval of SPARC Assembly Test Products (test campaigns, plans, instructions, procedures) to accelerate project milestones.

What you’ll do:

Transferrable knowledge / skillset to become adept / proficient in all defined specialized test methods from both an engineering and equipment operation perspective – specialized testing includes complexity or hazard introduction for design verification purposes (low voltage, high voltage, high stored energy, etc.) Capability to mobilize entire test methods based on innovative technologies Proficient at technical procedure writing – format clean & concise templates for iteration and version control Adept at project risk analysis to establish trade-offs for test schedule gains without compromising safety and quality Diligence (attention to detail) – thorough analysis of preliminary and final design reviews to identify opportunities / develop strategies for risk buy down via test methods Exemplifies correct behaviors to establish a safety-conscience work environment & self-improving culture / learning organization – evident in test product development Generate test procedures / instructions to ensure understanding of scope and identify & mitigate potential risks within both the engineering and technician teams Incorporate test performance and safety standards into test products - pre-job briefs, procedural place keeping, procedural use and adherence, conservative bias, diligent monitoring of critical parameters, correct data capture, etc. Process and action team feedback following test execution to leverage lessons learned, prevent error recurrence and optimize flow for ease of technician execution when deemed prudent Lead complex troubleshooting actions plans and casual evaluations as a result of test anomalies Develop software proficiency with SPARC Assembly workflow management for all test activities Adhere to the highest standards of safety and ensure that activities taking place are being performed in strict accordance with CFS safety policies and applicable regulatory safety standards Ensure that activities being performed in the field are conducted in accordance with CFS Standards, standards published by regulatory bodies (NFPA, ASME, ASTM, NET, OSHA, NIOSH, etc.) and Industry Best Practices Occasional accommodation of off-normal work hours to support critical test activities

What we’re looking for:

• BS in Engineering or related field


• 7 Years of equivalent engineering experience


• Previous testing experience with hazards


• Previous electrical testing experience (high voltage)


• High proficiency MS Office, Bluebeam or Acrobat, and 3D modeling programs

Bonus points for:

• OSHA 10


• NFPA 70E

Must-have Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs


• Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, climbing or sitting for extended periods of time


• Required onsite 5 days/week when assembly operations with relevant tools are underway, with possible alternating first or second shift assignment


• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

$110,000 - $185,000 a year Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Benefits include:

• 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

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges. 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\