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Senior Manufacturing Engineer First Shift
Job Location:
Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 110000 - 185000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
2 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
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 a Senior Manufacturing Engineer
We are seeking a hands-on detail-oriented innovative and results-driven Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing implementing and optimizing manufacturing processes to improveproductivity efficiency and quality across the production line. You will be the magnetowner holding overall accountability for this shift. This role involves close collaboration with design engineers production staff quality assurance and supply chain teams.
What youll do:
- Develop implement and qualify manufacturing processes for new products ensuring they meet quality cost and production rate targets
- Lead the design and procurement of tools fixtures and equipment required for efficient production
- Provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support for first shift production operations
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical electrical and automated manufacturing assembly issues
- Maintain and update manufacturing documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions and operation sequencing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality safety and production management to address shift handoffs and non-conf
- Implement root cause corrective actions (RCCA) for quality non-conformances and process bottlenecks
- Lead process optimization projects to improve safety yield cycle time and cost efficiency
What were looking for:
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Manufacturing Aerospace or Electrical Engineering or related technical field (or
- 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role
- 7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role supporting high-precision or complex hardware assembly
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting electro-mechanical equipment and tooling on the production floor
- Demonstrated experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) frameworks and continuous improvement tools (Lean/Six Signa)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
- Strong knowledge of GD&T CAD modeling (SolidWorks NX) and drawing interpretation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across shift transfers
Bonus points for:
- Experience with high-field superconducting magnets vacuum systems or cryogenic hardware
- Familiarity with MRP/ERP and MES software (e.g. SAP Tulip Solumina)
- Experience working a dedicated shift schedule in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with statistical process control (SPC) and DOE methodologies
Must-have requirements:
- 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
$110000 - $185000 a year
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
