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Field Assembly Manager Third Shift
Job Location:
Job Location:
Devens, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 110000 - 185000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
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 were working with policymakers suppliers and many others to build the energy industry of the future.
Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised $4 billion of capital making us the largest and leading 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 Field Assembly Manager
The Field Assembly Manager Third Shift is responsible for leading and coordinating overnight assembly operations supporting the development and production of a first-of-its-kind fusion tokamak. This position provides hands-on leadership to a highly skilled workforce and oversees the activities of three union trades: Millwrights Welders and Electricians.
The Field Assembly Manager will ensure that work is executed safely efficiently and in accordance with engineering requirements quality standards production schedules and established work instructions. This role requires a strong manufacturing leader who can effectively coordinate multiple skilled trades while working closely with Engineering Quality Safety Supply Chain and day-shift leadership.
Because the organization is building advanced fusion technology this position requires a leader who is comfortable operating in an environment where processes are continually being developed refined and improved. The successful candidate will be highly visible on the production floor capable of making sound decisions in real time and skilled at removing obstacles to keep critical assembly activities moving forward
Hours: 11:00 pm - 7:30 am
Salary 15% differential
What youll do:
Night Shift Production Leadership
- Lead third shift assembly operations supporting tokamak construction and integration
- Provide direct supervision and coordination of Millwright Welding and Electrical union activities
- Establish priorities for the shift based on the overall production schedule and critical-path activities
- Ensure work is properly staffed sequenced and executed to meet daily and weekly production objectives
- Monitor production progress throughout the shift and proactively address delays constraints and resource issues
- Conduct shift-start meetings and communicate priorities safety concerns schedule requirements and changes in work scope
- Maintain strong communication and handoff between day and night shifts
- Provide detailed shift reports documenting progress issues downtime quality concerns and outstanding work
Skilled Trades Coordination
- Coordinate work across Millwright Welding and Electrical trades to ensure activities are properly sequenced and do not interfere with one another
- Resolve conflicts between trades and establish clear priorities when multiple activities compete for resources or workspace
- Work closely with union leadership and shop stewards to ensure effective execution of work while maintaining positive labor relationships
- Verify that employees are assigned work appropriate to their trade qualifications and training
- Ensure work areas are properly prepared before releasing work to the appropriate trade
- Coordinate equipment tooling materials permits and technical information required to complete assigned work
Advanced Tokamak Assembly
- Supervise high-precision mechanical electrical structural and welded assembly activities associated with the tokamak
- Ensure assembly work is performed according to engineering drawings specifications procedures and approved work instructions
- Coordinate installation and integration of complex components systems and subsystems
- Work closely with Engineering when drawings specifications procedures or field conditions require clarification.
- Identify installation issues and escalate technical problems appropriately
- Support the development and continuous improvement of assembly processes and standard work
- Maintain a strong focus on configuration control and ensure unauthorized modifications are not made to engineered systems
What were looking for:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Operations or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will be considered
- 5 years of experience in a complex manufacturing assembly construction or industrial environment
- Strong understanding of mechanical welding electrical and industrial assembly processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings specifications and work instructions
- Strong understanding of industrial safety practices including Lockout/Tagout
Bonus points for:
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience managing skilled trades strongly preferred.
- Experience working with unionized workforces
- Experience working in a high-precision or highly engineered manufacturing environment
- Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement methodologies
- Strong computer skills and experience with ERP MES scheduling or production-management systems
Must-have requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping climbing typing standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- 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
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
$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
13 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:
Manager
