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R&D Technician First Shift

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Job Location:

Devens, MA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 30 - 45

Posted: 30 September 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 28 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research top talent and new technologies were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And were working with policymakers suppliers and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised $4 billion of capital making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.

If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as an R&DTechnician

The R&D Technician is an exciting and evolving role with a responsibility for assisting R&D staff with all aspects of product development commercialization and on-going manufacturing support including prototype production process monitoring troubleshooting and any related activities. Ensures functional operation and preventative maintenance of equipment and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include close cooperation with Operations Maintenance Quality and other departments to ensure goals and objectives are met. This role will lead the way to making Earth sustainable for the future to come.

What youll do:

Assist in building new products and magnet prototypes
Prepare prototypes for internal and/or external customer evaluation and to ensure robustness
Conduct process monitoring activities equipment capability & production trouble-shooting identifying communicating and implementing viable solutions
Set-up operates troubleshoots and maintains R&D equipment
Assist in Installation and readiness of new projects
Assist the Senior R&D Staff with testing specification development establishment of manufacturing processes and procedure
Maintain accurate records of all projects and assignments while suggesting continuous improvements to better the process into manufacturing
Provide technical assistance to internal customers (QA QC Engineering Management)
Maintain a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner
Perform other related job duties related to the job as assigned by management

What were looking for:

High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
Minimum of 3 years experience with a wide variety of hand tools and power tools including precision measuring tools
3-5 years experience or equivalent in a variety of technical support skills such as but not limited to -mechanical and electrical assembly plumbing vacuum systems cryogenic systems soldering and wiring

Bonus points for:

Strong experience with composites fabrication prepreg layup and cure vacuum resin infusion mold fabrication and preparation epoxy potting or injection molding experience
Experience with winding equipment of any type
High Temperature Superconducting material processing
Working with cryogenic chemicals such as LN2 and Helium
Strong experience using hand tools basic power tools and operating machine shop equipment
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics P&IDs
PLC software or similar data analyzing software
Forklift experience
Crane or lifting experience including MA 3A hoisting license.
Strong written and oral communications skills & techniques with high level of attention to detail
Effective root cause analysis and problem solving skills
Effective planning & organizing skills; ability to handle multiple tasks/duties
Proficient PC skills (Microsoft Word Excel Powerpoint)
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to maintain a positive professional cooperative demeanor conduct and working relationship with peers management employees and other individuals that interact with this position.
Ability to comply with interpret and support procedures work rules and protocols
Ability to adapt effectively to workplace changes and new job duties/responsibilities
Ability to represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times
Commitment to safety and quality

Must-have Requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities such as stooping typing standing or sitting for extended periods of time
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat cold noise fumes strong magnets high voltage and cryogenics
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally

$30 - $45 an hour

Salary range for this full-time position equity benefits.The actual salary will depend on level location qualifications and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:

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

#LI-Onsite

At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively Export Control Laws). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

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