Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Lab Technician - Second Shift

LocationDevens, MA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$62,400-$85,280

About This Job


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 over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

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.

Join the power movement as a Lab Technician - Second Shift

Lab Technicians are trained on the job to become specialized in High Temperature Superconductor material qualification, inspection, and processing. The ideal candidate will have a variety of lab experience and or manufacturing experience that will support CFS in building a world-class superconducting magnet system called SPARC. High Temperature Superconductors are the key materials that make SPARC possible, as an HTS technician you will drive the critical path activities that supplies HTS to the magnet assembly lines.

This individual will cover our Second Shift which will be 2:30 - 11:30 pm.

Rate of pay: $30 - $41 per hour + 10% differential


What you'll do:

Work within a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers and technicians to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and testing processes
Test and process key materials to support Manufacturing and for R&D needs
Ability to follow standard procedures to perform standardized work
Compose and resolve Raw Material Non-Conformance Reports NCRs
Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools such as micrometers, calipers, and multimeters
Read and interpret Lab Viewer test data, ability to adjust testing parameters accordingly to collect best performance data
Operate high-powered magnet equipment and custom software to characterize critical current on metal materials
Perform basic maintenance on custom equipment
Work with engineers to set up and maintain subsystems such as: cryogenics, power supplies, and control systems
Communicate challenges and ideas effectively to peers and leadership focusing on problem solving and continuous improvements
Operate production and testing equipment required to meet manufacturing material demand


What we’re looking for:

High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
Minimum of 3 years’ experience with lab equipment in a quality and/or manufacturing environment
Commitment to safety and quality
Ability to take directions from leadership and work independently
Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including assembly and testing


Bonus points for:

Experience with winding equipment of any type is a plus
Reel to Reel equipment or similar
High Temperature Superconducting knowledge
Working with cryogenic chemicals such as LN and Helium in a lab environment
Hand tools and basic power tools
Electrical schematic and wiring
Lab Viewer software or similar data analyzing software
Experience in a variety of technical support skills such as mechanical and electrical assembly, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, soldering, and wiring


Must-have Requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally

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
12.5 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


#LI-Onsite

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.

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