Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS)

Principal R&D Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Devens, MA, US

In-personFull time roleSenior Level

29 days ago

About the Job

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

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

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.

Join the power movement as a Principal R&D Instrumentation and Control Engineer

The role of an I&C Engineer is to collaboratively develop, test, and deliver data acquisition, control hardware, a software suite and associated instrumentation. These systems will be used during integration, development, qualification and production testing of CFS magnets and other critical SPARC components. This engineer will also work with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and technicians to produce instrumentation and control systems that generate reliable data in support of critical company missions. They will organize and drive a cohesive instrumentation and control program for R&D and perform as a technical mentor for I&C engineers and test engineers on the team. They must work collaboratively across manufacturing, R&D, procurement, and SPARC teams to achieve these goals.

What you'll do:

Work within a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and physicists
Work with small engineering teams through the design, procurement, fabrication, commissioning, and demonstration of prototype engineering test stands and customer-facing magnet products
Report on progress to the R&D Project Managers
Design and implement fast and creative solutions for small and short-lived projects and experiments
Design, document, build, and install industrial PLC equipment, harnessing, and cabinetry
Create custom solutions to improve manufacturability, yield, and reliability of large magnet production style test stands
Data analysis with a focus on data integrity, quality, reliability and performance improvement
Implement system safety features including interlocks and fault-detection
Develop HMI/GUI software running on remote control workstations using visual software languages such as LabVIEW or Ignition

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics or another related engineering field with significant hands-on laboratory experience
10+ years in an integration and test engineering role, working with physical lab equipment
10+ years’ experience designing, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging electronics hardware and test software
The ability to succeed in a fast-paced and dynamic engineering environment

Bonus points for:

Schematic capture, layout, construction, and installation of evaluation PCBs and harnesses
Experience developing P&ID, electrical, and wiring schematics and diagrams, and then working with a team to translate these into a functioning system for the acquisition of decision quality data
Experience assembling and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical hardware.
Demonstrated expertise in the use of lab and test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, high-capacity power supplies, spectrum analyzer, and logic analyzers
Experience with C/C++, Python, Java, and other programming skills
Experience with LabVIEW automation and development techniques
Experience with control systems for test applications including PIDs, state machines, real-time, sequencers, etc.
Experience with mechanical fixturing, including the design of mechanical elements in CAD software such as AutoCAD or NX
Familiar with industrial cabinet schematic and layout tools such as AutoCAD Electrical or SkyCAD Electrical
Experience working with high power, cryogenic, vacuum, fluids, and/or super conducting technologies

Must-have Requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities such as typing, stooping, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

#LI-Onsite

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless 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.

About the Company

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS)

Cambridge, MA, USA

51-100

<p>The world needs a fundamentally new source of clean energy to meet our growing energy demands and combat climate change. Scientists have been studying fusion for decades and have made significant progress, but have yet to achieve its potential as a commercial power source. However, its promise has continued to drive interest with the understanding that successfully deployed fusion power would transform the world’s energy landscape.</p> <p>Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) was spun out of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center to leverage the decades of fusion research combined with the innovation and speed of the private sector. Supported by the world’s leading investors in breakthrough energy technologies, the CFS team is uniquely positioned to deliver the fastest path to commercial fusion energy. CFS has assembled a world-class team to design and build fusion machines. This team includes experts in magnets, manufacturing, and plasma physics dedicated to the mission of delivering clean, limitless fusion power to the world.</p>

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