Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly - Second Shift
About The Position
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a detail-oriented, innovative, and results-driven Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes that improve productivity, efficiency, and quality across the production line. The role involves close collaboration with design engineers, production staff, quality assurance, and supply chain teams in a high-mix, low-volume environment. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. A 10% differential is added to base pay. The role requires working in a facility with industrial hazards and performing activities that may involve extended periods of typing, standing, or sitting, as well as occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD, and manufacturing ERP systems.
- Ability to balance autonomy with disciplined escalation.
- Leadership through hands-on engagement.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a facility containing industrial hazards, including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.
- Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
- Compliance with U.S. laws concerning export of controlled or protected technologies or information is required; any employment offer is contingent on such compliance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with clean lines.
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement new manufacturing lines in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and ensure product quality.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process flow diagrams.
- Collaborate with product design and development teams to ensure new products are manufacturable.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance production performance.
- Lead the design and procurement of tools, fixtures, and equipment required for efficient production.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct time and motion studies to determine optimal production methods and labor utilization.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across the facility.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
- Evaluate new technologies and automation solutions to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
