Manager, Mfg Engineering

MANAGER, MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING - THIRD SHIFT DEVENS, MA:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems Corporate

Operations
- Operations
- Manufacturing / Full-time / On-site Do you take pride in doing things right the first time? Looking for a challenging leadership role with growth potential at the leading private fusion company? Ready to join a team that values integrity, execution, and impact? We want to hear from you! Join the power movement as Manager, Manufacturing Engineering. Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. If you’re a manufacturing engineering leader who thrives in a high-complexity, fast-paced environment, this is your moment.

The

Schedule:



Shift: Monday
- Friday, third shift

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and coordinate the weekend manufacturing engineering organization, establishing priorities and aligning resources to meet production goals
• Serve as the central technical escalation point for weekend operations, representing risks and requirements to senior leadership and cascading strategic direction to the team
• Act as the primary engineering interface for cross-functional technical decision-making, facilitating troubleshooting and resolution of complex process issues
• Drive manufacturing execution by partnering with Production and Quality to implement process standards, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a culture of safety, technical rigor, and operational excellence through Lean methodologies and data-driven problem solving

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
• Significant experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, or production operations leadership
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating engineering activities in a production environment
• Strong troubleshooting, technical decision-making, and operational leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-complexity, fast-paced manufacturing environments with shifting priorities
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational leadership

Capabilities
- Experience Supporting Off-shift Or Extended-hour manufacturing operations preferred

• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence experience preferred
• Experience supporting off-shift or extended-hour manufacturing operations
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or operational excellence certification/experience
• Strong technical judgment with the ability to make timely decisions under pressure and lead through influence

Must-have Requirements / Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and 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 occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Compensation & Benefits:

• $110,000-$185,000/year + equity + benefits (actual salary depends on level, location, qualifications, experience)
• Competitive compensation with equity
• 13 company-wide holidays, flexible vacation days, 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment offers may be contingent on compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.