Principal R&D Technical Project Manager
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Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours 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 a Principal R&D Technical Project Manager
This TPM will drive one or more projects in our advanced research and development division. This specialized role requires the application of proven project management best practices in the performance of projects that develop test and deliver of complex first of a kind systems.
What youll do:
- Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers designers analysts procurement specialists and other stakeholders in the rapid development evaluation and delivery of project results
- Deeply understand company objectives to influence and direct project team decisions to deliver solutions commensurate with those company objectives
- Act as the primary technical liaison with the executive team internal engineering teams and external project management
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining and managing project scope goals deliverables resources and timeline to meet strategic targets
- Support resolution of schedule conflicts
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
- Monitor project timelines rigorously identifying potential delays devising and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
What were looking for:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Science Engineering or a related field
- 20 years of experience with a minimum of 10 years of managing teams in the development delivery and/or sustainment of first of their kind products
- Strong communication skills as applied to leading teams - setting requirements and expectations establishing strategy
- Proven project management experience including requirements definition scope management planning scheduling risk management budget management stakeholder management and communications management
- Experience acting as the primary technical liaison with the executive team internal engineering teams and external suppliers
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mobilize multi-disciplinary teams to address complex issues
- Proven ability to drive a team to deliver on their commitments while functioning as a collaborative team member and a servant leader
- Proficient in driving decision-making and execution with available resources
- Capable of leading strategic ideation and transitioning seamlessly to drive flawless operational execution
- Possesses excellent communication skills adapting to various levels of technical proficiency to ensure comprehensive understanding among all stakeholders
- Experienced in resource management tracking and planning in a matrixed organization
Bonus points for:
- Experience managing projects with Jira
- Experience with risk management
- Experience with strategy development
- Proven experience managing projects to budget and working with multi-functional teams
- Expertise in managing teams leveraging Atlassian tools (Jira Confluence)
- Familiarity with navigating phase-gated engineering lifecycles
- Familiarity with cryogenics high vacuum and/or power distribution
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform extended activities such as stooping climbing typing standing sitting etc.
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
- 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
$175000 - $240000 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:
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