Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
CFS collaborates with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with groundbreaking new high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. Our mission is to deploy these power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. To that end, CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change.
To implement this plan, we are looking to add dedicated people to the team who treat people well, improve our work by adding multifaceted perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have achieved outstanding results through a range of pursuits, and have skills and experience related to this role.The Chief Engineer has the responsibility for providing technical expertise and leadership in theplanning, engineering, design, implementation, and support of highly engineered mechanical processsystems that will enable the functioning of a fusion energy power plant. Essential to the role will be theability to examine the interactions of these various process systems to ensure the integratedfunctioning performs as expected as well as proper functioning at the interface points between thesesystems.
The successful Candidate will be responsible for providing technical support to theengineering and delivery teams, assist in defining functional requirements as well as participate in thereview of design drawings and specifications. The successful Candidate must have strong technical knowledge and skills of process piping, processequipment, process design, and associated support systems. The Candidate must have a demonstrated ability to review and comment on design documents and provide clear feedback. The position requires an excellent working knowledge of the project delivery process including planning, design, construction and commissioning, and qualification. This position will work with in-house Engineering teams, Project/Construction Managers, partner firms, contractors, vendors, to design, deliver, and start up new facilities and systems.
This team member will:
- Provide consultation and guidance through the design phases of a project including Design Basis development, concept, preliminary and detailed engineering and design, as well as development of detailed specification development for highly engineered equipment
- Work with CFS Engineers, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project execution
- Oversee the implementation of design at the job site, identifying, and communicating issues and facilitating their resolution. The candidate must also be capable of determining requirements and approaches for testing at both system and equipment levels
- Effectively document, track, and drive the resolution of issues identified in design and construction
- Lead or participate in equipment and system start-up. In this role, the successful Candidate must be knowledgeable of safety aspects as well as support commissioning and qualification activities
- The Chief Engineer may be asked to support the Owner’s engineering and operations staff during the early days of operations. In this role, they must be intimately knowledgeable of the technical aspects of the newly delivered equipment and systems
- Collaborate effectively with engineering teams and project managers to prepare comprehensive project schedules, scopes, and objectives
- Utilize technical experience to develop cost estimates, formulate project budgets, and manage resources for optimal alignment with project goals
- Provide high-level technical guidance and support to resolve complex design issues, ensuring continuous progress on design aspects of projects
- Monitor project timelines, resource utilization, and cost to ensure project completion per plan
- Drive efficiencies and quality improvements in technical processes
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a culture of learning and expertise development
- Oversee design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems
- Review and consult in the preparation of plans, designs, computation methods, and reports prepared by others
- Work in a collaborative team environment with the opportunity for frequent interaction with team members
- Develop analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the engineering development effort
- Investigate emerging technologies to develop future product designs to meet projected requirements
- Prepare technical presentations and briefing them to customers, partners, and technical leadership teams
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
- Degreed Engineer and a minimum of 20 years’ experience in the engineering, design and installation of highly engineered mechanical process systems and equipment
- Strong technical knowledge and skills in Process Mechanical systems
- Construction-related experience
- Effective meeting management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to dig into details
- Ability to work independently with little day–to–day direction
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Additional experience and/or qualifications:
- 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
- Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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CFS team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of integrity, execution, impact and self-critique. As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.At CFS, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment.
We do not discriminate on the basis 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, ordinance, or regulation.Apply for this job
