MFG ENGINEERING, $103K-$166K

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - THIRD SHIFT DEVENS, MA: $103,000-$166,000/year (includes 15% shift differential) Commonwealth Fusion Systems Corporate Operations - Operations - Manufacturing / Full-time / On-site 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, we are designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. We have raised nearly $3 billion in capital since 2018 and are the leading private fusion company in the world. Join the power movement as Manufacturing Engineer We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to captain our overnight operations. You will be the technical anchor for third shift, ensuring production of high-temperature superconducting magnets continues safely and efficiently when the weekday engineering team is offline. This is a first-of-a-kind manufacturing environment where you will turn novel problems into standardized, repeatable processes. Schedule Shift: Monday through Friday, 10:00 pm - 6:30 am What You'll Do - Serve as the primary technical leader for overnight operations, keeping the team focused, aligned, and executing with urgency - Make timely, high-quality decisions in ambiguous, high-pressure situations - Balance production demands with safety and quality, including stopping work when necessary - Lead through influence and drive alignment across teams without direct authority - Train, mentor, and elevate technician performance while maintaining accountability - Actively train, coach, and develop technicians on high-precision manufacturing processes - Translate complex engineering requirements into clear, actionable guidance on the floor - Troubleshoot non-conformances in real time with a structured approach - Resolve process drift independently and escalate design or system failures appropriately - Ensure issues are documented and communicated (Jira or similar) - Serve as the feedback loop between overnight execution and weekday engineering teams - Identify gaps in work instructions and drive process clarity and improvements - Maintain production rhythm, ensure strong shift transitions, and confirm technicians have required tools and materials What We're Looking For - BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical experience - 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience - Proficient with NX (CAD) and Teamcenter (PLM) - Experience with Jira, Slack, Odoo or similar ERP systems - Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems - Experience in first-of-a-kind or rapidly scaling manufacturing environments Bonus Points For - 8+ years in high-complexity assembly environments - Experience with insulation systems similar to the electric motor industry (stator winding, VPI, taping, high-voltage isolation) - Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) Must-have Requirements / Physical Demands - Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs - Ability to type, stand, stoop, and sit for extended periods - Dedication to safety around hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics - Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights, weekends, or be on-call Compensation and Benefits - Salary range: $103,000-$166,000/year (includes 15% shift differential). Reported range for role across US locations. - $90,000-$145,000/year base reference range may apply depending on level and location - Competitive compensation with equity and benefits - 13 company-wide holidays, flexible vacation days, 10 sick days - Generous parental leave, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k