Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Manufacturing Engineer - Weekend Second Shift (Fri, Sat, Sun)
About this role
Commonwealth Fusion Systems seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to lead weekend operations (Friday-Sunday, 6 PM-6 AM) for high-temperature superconductor magnet production. You'll serve as the technical lead and decision-maker for the overnight shift, converting novel manufacturing challenges into standardized processes in a first-of-a-kind fusion energy production environment.
What you'll do
- Lead and manage weekend manufacturing team operations independently
- Oversee safe and efficient production of high-temperature superconducting magnets
- Identify novel manufacturing problems and develop scalable solutions
- Mentor and keep technicians engaged during overnight shift
- Make technical decisions under pressure with minimal oversight
- Document and standardize first-time processes for weekday teams
What they're looking for
- Manufacturing engineering or operations leadership
- Technical problem-solving and decision-making
- Team leadership and influence
- Process standardization and documentation
- Ability to work in novel/first-of-a-kind environments
- Safety and quality management
- Adaptability to ambiguous, fast-moving situations
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $103,000-$166,000
- 15% shift differential included
- Work on cutting-edge fusion energy technology
- Leadership opportunity in growing company
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems develops next-generation fusion power technology, including high-temperature superconducting magnets and the SPARC fusion power demonstrator. The company is hiring R&D engineers, test engineers, mechanical engineers, and metrology specialists to advance fusion energy development through rigorous testing, innovative fluid systems design, manufacturing optimization, and precision measurement of complex reactor components.
View all jobs at Commonwealth Fusion SystemsLikely interview questions
- Tell us about a time you led a team independently without direct supervision from senior management. How did you handle decision-making and keep the team aligned?
- This is a First-of-a-Kind manufacturing environment where you'll encounter novel problems regularly. Describe your approach to turning a one-off issue into a standardized, repeatable process.