Principal Technical Project Manager

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

3d•$175,000 - $240,000•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, 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 nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. 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 Principal Technical Project Manager We are seeking a Principal Technical Project Manager (TPM) to join our Project Management Office. This TPM will drive our next-generation High-Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnet systems. This specialized role requires proven experience delivering first of a kind (FOAK) complex projects from concept to first articles and production ramp up.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field with a PMP or other Project Management certification
15+ years of technical experience, with a minimum of 10 years leading the development of large-scale magnet systems or similar electromechanical systems
Lead the project management of the scale-up efforts into repeatable manufacturing processes
Proven project management experience including scope/requirements definition and management, schedule management and planning, risk management, budget management, stakeholder and communications management
Experience acting as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external suppliers
Understand and manage technical tradeoffs between design, manufacturing and scientific teams, including but not limited to manufacturability, material selection, coating selection, tolerancing, etc.
Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mobilize multi-disciplinary teams to address complex issues
Functions as a collaborative team member and a servant leader, maintaining the team focused on objectives
Proficient in driving decision-making and execution with available resources
Capable of leading strategic ideation and transitioning seamlessly to drive flawless operational execution
Possesses excellent communication skills, adapting to various levels of technical proficiency to ensure comprehensive understanding among all stakeholders
Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Perform activities such as typing, stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent Project Management certification.
Proven experience managing projects with budgets exceeding $25M and teams of 30+ matrixed personnel
Demonstrable expertise in the development, fabrication, and testing of superconducting magnets or similar large complex electromechanical assemblies.
Familiarity with risks and challenges of superconducting magnets (quench, manufacturability, cryogenic challenges, etc)
Knowledge of cryogenic systems design and operation for large-scale magnets (liquid helium/nitrogen/supercritical helium)

Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external project management of the scale-up efforts into repeatable manufacturing processes
Understand and manage technical tradeoffs between design, manufacturing and scientific teams, including but not limited to manufacturability, material selection, coating selection, tolerancing, etc.
Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
Support resolution of schedule conflicts
Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting