Associate Lab Technician

Acceleron Fusion•Cambridge, MA

1d•$50,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Acceleron Fusion is a venture-backed clean energy startup developing fusion technology and conducting muon-catalyzed fusion research. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and has about 20 employees. The Associate Lab Technician will fabricate parts and assemble components for the company’s research apparatus, with opportunities to work across mechanical, electrical, chemical, and vacuum systems. The role is suited to a hands-on candidate who enjoys building and contributing to fusion research. This is a full-time, onsite position at the company’s Cambridge facility. The technician will travel with the team for several weeks per year to partner laboratories in Switzerland, Vancouver, and New York to support system installation, alignment, and troubleshooting. The posted salary range is $50,000 to $70,000, with the offer determined by relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and location. The position may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or equity. Successful applications should include pictures of parts made or machines and systems built.

Requirements

A degree in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, or comparable work experience in a technical laboratory or manufacturing environment.
A maker background and a strong portfolio of projects built or worked on.
Familiarity with CAD software and experience with CNC machining or a strong desire to learn.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems in a fast-paced startup environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively within a small team.
Hands-on experience with low-voltage wiring and control circuits.
Ability to travel, including internationally, for several weeks per year.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Solidworks.
Hands-on familiarity with vacuum, cryogenic, or pneumatic systems.
Basic experience with welding, including MIG, TIG, or laser welding.

Responsibilities

Build and assemble precision components.
Leak-test vacuum hardware and assist in monitoring experiments during active runs.
Program and operate CNC mills, lathes, and 3D printers to create prototype parts; training on advanced CNC workflows is available for the right candidate.
Assist with the setup, organization, and safety of the machine shop in Cambridge.
Travel with the team for several weeks per year to install, align, and troubleshoot mechanical systems at partner laboratories in Switzerland, Vancouver, and New York.
Collaborate with scientists and engineers to improve designs for manufacturability.