Senior Shift Operations Engineer - SPARC

@ Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systemscommonwealthfusionsystems.com

Senior Shift Operations Engineer - SPARC

Posted 1 month ago

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About the job

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is a leader in fusion energy, designing and building fusion power plants. They seek skilled engineers for operational, maintenance, and troubleshooting roles in their innovative, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

7+ years in complex facility operations
Experience in electrical environments
Knowledge of systems like cooling water
Qualified in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Ability to work rotating shifts
Excellent communication skills
Ability to adapt in changing environment
Fast learner of new systems

Full job description

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 we're 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 nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private 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.

Join the power movement as a Senior Shift Operations Engineer – SPARC

Reporting to the Manager of SPARC Plant Operations, the Senior Shift Operations Engineer is a foundational member of the team responsible for the preparation, commissioning, and 24/7 operation of the SPARC fusion facility. As an operator of the SPARC plant, you will ensure the reliability of critical infrastructure, including electrical distribution, cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, cryogenic cooling systems, and HTS magnets.

The Senior Shift Operations Engineer will also contribute to procedure development, commissioning, maintenance planning, work management, troubleshooting, testing, and training. This is a high-impact role requiring a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a dynamic, "first-of-a-kind" environment where troubleshooting and rigorous operational standards are the norms.

What you'll do:

Fully dedicated to overall plant operation to ensure full time coverage of the operating facility. Working on flexible, rotating shift coverage including nights and weekends for 24/7 coverage, with up to 12-hour, rotating shifts (including days, nights, weekends, and holidays)

Work hand in hand with engineering teams to develop and execute new operating and commissioning procedures for systems being designed, built, and commissioned

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain systems that have been commissioned and integrated to the plant

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain assigned core plant systems, including but not limited to cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, liquid nitrogen, industrial heating systems, vacuum systems, cryogenic plant, and electrical distribution

Coordinate, oversee, and/or perform field work activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution

Develop standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with established safety protocols

Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support site maintenance and operations

Create maintenance plans for new systems to ensure long-term reliability

Support training efforts to prepare operations staff for safe and effective plant operations

What we’re looking for:

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
7+ years in operations at complex facilities
Experience in high-voltage and/or complex electrical environments
Experience with industrial scale process, cooling water and/or ventilation systems
Previously qualified in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Program
Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and theory of operation of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to adapt and excel in a constantly changing environment
Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and concepts quickly

Bonus points for:

Masters Degree in Engineering or related field
Experience with operation of cryogenic process systems
Experience working in radiologically controlled environments
Experience with operation of high purity gas systems
Experience with operation of high-voltage or high current electrical systems
Experience working with high power radio frequency systems
Experience with industrial software controls integration and troubleshooting
Strong background in Human Performance principles

Must-have Requirements:

Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
Willingness to work flexible, rotating shift coverage including nights and weekends for 24/7 coverage, with up to 12-hour, rotating shifts (including days, nights, weekends, and holidays)
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, 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.

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.

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