Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Metrology Engineer - Third Shift
About this role
Commonwealth Fusion Systems seeks a Metrology Engineer to develop and implement inspection methods for precision components supporting their SPARC fusion project. Working the third shift, you'll collaborate across teams to ensure complex hardware meets strict performance standards through advanced measurement systems and repeatable processes.
What you'll do
- Develop and validate inspection methods for highly engineered hardware
- Operate and manage advanced measurement systems and metrology equipment
- Define inspection strategies and design custom tooling solutions
- Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Design, Quality, and R&D teams
- Document inspection procedures and present measurement results
- Continuously improve metrology processes to support production scalability
What they're looking for
- Metrology and precision measurement techniques
- Hardware inspection and quality assurance
- Advanced measurement systems operation
- Problem-solving and process design
- Cross-functional communication
- Technical documentation
- Tooling design or fabrication knowledge
- Manufacturing or production environment experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary $80,000–$130,000
- 15% shift differential for third-shift schedule
- Work on cutting-edge fusion energy technology
- Collaborative team environment
- Hands-on role with complex engineering challenges
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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
- What experience do you have developing and validating inspection methods for precision-engineered components, and how did you approach solving ambiguous measurement problems?
- Describe your hands-on experience with advanced measurement systems—which CMMs, optical systems, or other metrology equipment have you used, and what tolerances were typical?