Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Commonwealth Fusion Systems • Devens, MA

19h • $110,000 - $185,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Mechanical Engineering is a hands-on leader accountable for the design, fabrication, and performance of specialized manufacturing equipment and tooling. You will translate artistic and technical visions into actionable engineering plans, removing barriers to lead your team through the development of high-precision hardware for superconducting magnet production. You are responsible for cascading the creative vision, establishing technical excellence, and ensuring your team delivers robust mechanical solutions to meet our production scale-up targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer working on complex mechanical systems or capital equipment
• At least 2 years of direct management experience leading engineering teams, including hiring and performance management
• Expertise in custom tooling design and a strong value for simplicity and serviceability in mechanical hardware
• Proficiency in advanced CAD modeling and drafting, with a deep understanding of GD&T standards
• Proven ability to manage external vendors, job shops, and fabrication partners to deliver hardware to specification
• Experience with various fabrication techniques, such as CNC machining, welding, and additive manufacturing

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Greenfield or Brownfield manufacturing startup environment
• Proficiency with NX and Teamcenter
• Working knowledge of thermal/mechanical design considerations for cryogenics or high-field magnets
• Experience driving equipment acceptance tests (FAT & SAT) and estimating CapEx for new designs

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanical engineers to plan and deliver on near to medium-term objectives for custom machinery and specialized tooling
• Translate department-level strategy into actionable group objectives and manageable project timelines
• Define and optimize mechanical engineering workflows and internal standards to improve design quality and team efficiency
• Independently manage technical risks and propose solutions for complex hardware challenges and equipment failures
• Oversee the full design lifecycle, from initial concept and CAD modeling to hardware procurement and assembly
• Establish best practices for mechanical design, including standards for drafting, GD&T, and design-for-manufacturability
• Manage all aspects of the group's talent, including hiring, training, and setting clear performance expectations
• Coach and mentor team members, actively contributing to their technical growth and professional career development
• Build relationships across the organization to influence design direction and resolve technical conflicts with stakeholders
• Promote a culture of resilience and grit, ensuring the team consistently follows through on assignments despite technical hurdles

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager