Director of Photonics Engineering
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Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 Director of Photonics Engineering
CFS is designing SPARC a tokamak able to achieve net energy plasmas. SPARC includes HTS and copper magnets thermal shields vessels and plasma facing components all subject to large operational loads (thermal electromagnetic etc) and competing for space. As the Director of Photonics Engineering you will manage the engineering staff responsible for designing and delivering the critical photonics based diagnostic devices required to operate SPARC and future power plants.
What youll do:
- Lead the CFS Photonics Engineering team
- Hire and develop outstanding photonics engineers
- Work cross functionally with project leaders to understand their system needs
- Plan organize and manage the work of the team accordingly
- Create metrics and delivery goals for the team
- Establish best practices workflows and standards for the unique domains within photonics engineering (lasers optical opto-mechanical opto-electrical etc.)
- Set clear design standards and ensure they are aligned with project needs
- Ensure that released drawings and engineering products are correct and of high quality
- Drive team to meet needed deadlines
- Provide guidance and direction to the team to ensure operational and technical excellence
- Work with the other engineering team leaders to resolve technical issues
What were looking for:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar engineering discipline)
- 15 years of experience in the engineering of complex systems including laser and optical systems
- Experience with developing and designing hardware and software through the use of 3D modeling and simulation software
- 5 years of supervisory experience with at least 5 individuals
- Experience designing for environments with extreme thermal variations
- Ability to develop and manage design procedures
- Experience with CAD design tools such as: NX Creo SolidWorks Zemax Code V etc.
- Ability to clearly express and critique ideas
- Attention to detail
- Emphasis on elegance and simplicity over complexity
- Drive towards commercially viable solutions
- Values that align with our companys values of integrity execution impact and self-critique
Bonus points for:
- Experience designing for and operating in ultra-high vacuum environments
Must-have Requirements:
- Perform activities such as typing standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat cold noise fumes strong magnets lead high voltage and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
$170000 - $250000 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.
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:
Director
Key Skills
- Go
- Lean
- Management Experience
- React
- Node.js
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Research & Development
- Software Development
- Team Management
- GraphQL
- Leadership Experience
