Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research top talent and new technologies were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised over $2 billion in capital more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.
Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.
If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Senior Industrial Engineer
CFS aims to be the fastest surest path to clean limitless fusion energy in time to make a difference for climate change. In pursuit of that goal we have ramped up a production factory to build many of the major assemblies that make up SPARC our fusion power plant prototype. We aspire to run a lean efficient production operation and we are looking to hire a senior industrial engineer to lead continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes as we work towards that aspiration. This role collaborates with our Production Quality Supply Chain and IT/EIS (enterprise information systems) teams to improve our processes remove roadblocks and enhance operational efficiency in support of the overarching mission.
What youll do:
Lead cross-functional continuous improvement projects to rapidly improve manufacturing processes for the companys critical product lines
Develop strategies and business processes to grow and scale our manufacturing quality and supply chain operations from R&D to full-scale production with a focus on reducing waste improving product quality increasing productivity and improving employee quality of life
Identify analyze and improve bottlenecks on the production floor and in business processes through data collection process flows value stream mapping and root cause analysis
Create standards templates and processes to mature the organization for production operations using tools such as Lean Six Sigma value stream mapping PFMEAs (process failure mode and effects analysis) 8D problem solving change control plans etc.
Grow a company culture focused on continuous improvement. Author and facilitate training for the company on topics including Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and DFM (design for manufacturability)
Support factory layout and simulation modeling and build out of future manufacturing facilities
Work collaboratively with a cross-functional team of design engineers manufacturing engineers technicians quality specialists and supply chain specialists to brainstorm and innovate on efficient operations for the company
What were looking for:
Bachelors degree in engineering or operations management
5 years experience as an industrial lean continuous improvement or manufacturing engineer in an industrial production environment
Experience developing processes and procedures to transition from R&D into production
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in continuous improvement methods and tools such as Value Stream Mapping Kaizen 5S DMAIC etc.
Project management experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver projects with desired results within specified budgets and timelines
Experience as a project facilitator and/or trainer
Strong drive for continuous improvement and operational efficiency
High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration
Data-driven decision making
Bonus points:
Experience with Atlassian products including JIRA and Confluence
Experience with ERP (enterprise resource planning) and MES (manufacturing execution system) software
Essential Requirements:
Perform activities such as stooping typing standing sitting or 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
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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$110000 - $185000 a year
Salary range for this full-time position equity benefits.The actual salary will depend on level location qualifications and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:
Competitive compensation with equity
12.5 Company-wide Holidays
Flexible vacation days
10 sick days
Generous parental leave policy
Health dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities
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At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were 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.
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