Equipment Technician
Equipment Technician
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21-09-2025
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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 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 nearly $3 billion in capital making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
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 an Equipment Technician
We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Equipment Technician to join our team. This technician will support the build maintenance and continuous improvement of complex equipment used in both the HTS Pilot line and characterization lab. This role involves working with advanced vacuum systems thermal processes instrumentation and large-scale assemblies in a fast-paced R&D-focused environment.
Work: Sun Mon Tues every other Wed OR every other Wed Thu Fri Sat
Rate of pay: $35 - $50
What youll do:
- Assemble operate and maintain custom equipment used in the HTS pilot line and characterization lab
- Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting across vacuum thermal and instrumentation systems
- Support equipment integration testing and commissioning efforts in collaboration with engineers and vendors
- Maintain lab infrastructure and ensure compliance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures
- Conduct preventive maintenance on key systems such as roughing pumps turbo pumps and cryopumps
- Perform helium leak checks and support upgrades to vacuum and process systems
- Fabricate and repair cable harnesses sensors and custom fixturing
- Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters for diagnostics and data acquisition
- Keep documentation up to date including maintenance logs and equipment performance records
- Contribute to lab cleanliness organization and continuous process improvements
What were looking for:
- 5 years of experience supporting industrial R&D or manufacturing equipment
- Strong hands-on skills with mechanical assembly and vacuum systems (HV/UHV)
- Familiarity with vacuum technology principles and cleaning protocols for vacuum components
- Experience servicing or refurbishing pumps (scroll turbo cryo)
- Working knowledge of low- and high-voltage electrical systems and cable harness fabrication
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems using common bench tools
- Functional understanding of electrical codes and basic safety standards
- Strong safety mindset and experience working under OSHA and LOTO protocols
- Comfortable working with appropriate PPE around fumes noise and other lab hazards
Bonus points for:
- Experience working in pilot-scale or production-line environments
- Knowledge of plumbing systems cryogenics or thermal control systems
- Proficiency using lab management tools maintenance tracking systems or basic CAD
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping climbing 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
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
$35 - $50 an hour
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
#LI-Onsite
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.
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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