Manufacturing Engineer - Weekend First Shift

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to lead weekend operations, referred to as the "4th Shift." This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient production of high-temperature superconducting magnets when the weekday engineering team is off-site. The position requires strong leadership through influence, sound decision-making under pressure, and the ability to bring clarity to ambiguity in a fast-paced, First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for setting the tone for the weekend team, keeping technicians focused and engaged, and transforming initial challenges into scalable, repeatable processes. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of commercially viable fusion power plants and be part of the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Requirements

BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent high-level technical experience)
3+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience
Proficient with NX (CAD) and Teamcenter (PLM)
Experience with Jira, Slack, Odoo (or similar ERP systems)
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems
Experience in FOAK or rapidly scaling manufacturing environments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and 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 occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Nice To Haves

8+ years in high-complexity assembly environments
Experience with insulation systems similar to the electric motor industry (e.g., stator winding, VPI processes, taping, high-voltage isolation)
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical leader for weekend operations, keeping the team focused, aligned, and executing with urgency.
Make timely, high-quality decisions in ambiguous, high-pressure situations with strong judgment.
Balance production demands with safety and quality, including making tough calls such as stopping work when needed.
Lead through influence by driving alignment across teams without direct authority.
Train, mentor, and elevate technician performance while maintaining accountability in a fast-paced environment.
Actively train, coach, and develop technicians on high-precision manufacturing processes.
Translate complex engineering requirements into clear, actionable guidance on the floor.
Lead through positive influence, building trust and credibility with the team.
Close knowledge gaps by reinforcing both the "how" and the "why" behind the work.
Troubleshoot non-conformances in real time with a structured and decisive approach.
Assess severity and take appropriate action: Resolve process drift independently, escalate true design or system failures without applying short-term fixes.
Ensure issues are properly documented and communicated (Jira, etc.).
Serve as the critical feedback loop between weekend execution and weekday engineering teams.
Identify gaps in work instructions and drive process clarity and improvements.
Influence upstream teams by providing clear, data-driven feedback from the floor.
Maintain the rhythm and flow of production.
Ensure strong shift transitions and team readiness.
Confirm technicians have the tools, materials, and direction needed to succeed.