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Senior R&D Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) · Devens, MA · On-site

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About Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS)

The world's largest and leading commercial fusion energy company. Backed by Khosla.

About the role

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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science field is required, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or similar, or applied physics degree preferred
  • 7+ years’ experience as an R&D engineer or test engineer designing, building, commissioning complex electromechanical systems
  • Experience working on a multi-disciplinary engineering project, ideally as a technical leader
  • Excellent fundamental knowledge of mechanical systems such as static structures and heat transfer
  • Experience with developing and executing test procedures
  • Proficiency with CAD design in Siemens NX or equivalent CAD software
More about this role

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’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

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