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Commonwealth Fusion Systems · 4 days ago

R&D Test Engineer

Devens, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Own and retire technical risks by designing, analyzing, procuring, building, and commissioning test equipment utilizing knowledge of physics, structures, instrumentation and controls, mechanical and electrical systems

Develop test plans that effectively retire technical risks including appropriate instrumentation and controls necessary for obtaining reliable data

Understand, challenge, and maintain well-documented requirements and risks for the system or component under test

Identify and mitigate safety hazards associated with test equipment and plans

Design safety into the system and produce safety documentation such as job hazard assessments and test readiness reviews

Troubleshoot and resolve integration and test discrepancies during build, commissioning, and operation

Support end users with troubleshooting and upgrades post handover

Iterate on designs, equipment, and operations for repeat tests to improve efficiency

Create physics/mechanical models to predict results and develop custom tools to analyze data

Compile test results clearly for review

Lead anomaly investigations and their resolution, present results to a team of physicists and engineers

Execute plans for future expansion and scalability of systems into a larger context

Provide visions for multi-use test infrastructure that can be scaled for multiple applications

Qualification

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CAD Software (NX)Finite Element AnalysisGD&TTolerance Stack-UpsMechanical Engineering ConceptsElectromagnetic FundamentalsSuperconducting MagnetsTest Facilities DesignTest Procedures DevelopmentProject ManagementTechnical WritingProblem-SolvingInnovationCommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationActive ListeningProactivitySelf-MotivationDriveLearning AgilityStructural FEAANSYSCOMSOLNXTeamcenterHigh Field Magnet TestingFluid Systems DesignP&IDsASME Design Codes

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science field is required; mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or similar applied physics degree

5+ years experience designing/building/commissioning specialized test or industrial equipment with hands on experience and a proven ability to deliver reliable data

5+ years using CAD software (NX is a plus) to design complex assemblies, producing drawings for procurement, GD&T and tolerance stack-ups

5+ years experience with analysis of mechanical components (Finite Element Analysis), strength of materials and failure criteria

Excellent troubleshooting/problem-solving skills with an ability to innovate creative solutions to challenging problems

The ability to effectively communicate technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences

The ability to challenge requirements and defend results when needed, as well as the ability to accept feedback and apply it readily

Proven collaboration skills including active listening and facilitating a productive discourse on problems

A solid grasp of basic mechanical engineering concepts such as fasteners design, welds and bolted joints

A solid grasp of electromagnetic fundamentals – voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s Law, AC/DC, right-hand rule, solenoids, etc.

Familiarity with superconducting magnets (Lorentz loads, magnet design, conductor design)

Proactive with a focus on improving efficiency and throughput of processes

High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly. A can-do attitude and an eagerness to learn

Experience with designing and commissioning new test facilities

Experience with developing and executing complex test procedures, in particular tests that include multiple skill sets, different testing phases, and 3rd parties

Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/overtime for testing

Preferred

Experience with structural FEA software, especially ANSYS and COMSOL

Experience using NX and Teamcenter

Experience with high field magnet testing traditional or superconducting

Experience with designing fluid systems – P&IDs, component selection, ASME design codes

Experience with cryogenic equipment design and use for liquid nitrogen and supercritical helium use – vacuum jacketed equipment, cryocoolers, phase separators, cold traps

Experience with high vacuum equipment design and use – roughing pumps, turbopumps, ion gauges, residual gas analyzers

Experience with high voltage and high current power equipment design and use – power supplies, water cooled cables, insulation

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Perform activities such as typing, stooping, 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