Mechanical Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, they are designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. Since 2018, they have raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making them the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. The company is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their manufacturing team. This role involves providing technical expertise during the commissioning, implementation, and integration of manufacturing equipment, working closely with the production team to optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and safety. The position requires coverage or partial coverage for the second shift, as well as support for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on manufacturing equipment
3+ years of manufacturing equipment and tooling design
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and motion control
Experience with 3D CAD packages and 2D drawings
Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of equipment
Understanding of GD&T and its application
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Experience with commissioning and startup of manufacturing equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting, for extended periods of time
Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and motion control
Experience with production ramp-up and optimization of manufacturing processes
Experience with automated equipment and robotics

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise during the commissioning, implementation, and integration of manufacturing equipment
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and provide solutions to ensure equipment operates efficiently
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize manufacturing processes and improve equipment performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing equipment to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve quality.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve manufacturing issues
Ensure compliance with all safety requirements
Create and maintain Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Understand and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
Work with external vendors and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of equipment and materials
Conceptualize and detail new manufacturing equipment for scaled up manufacturing processes
Run experiments to determine the feasibility of new manufacturing processes and translate those learnings into practical designs