Commonwealth Fusion Systems · 4 months ago
Operations Engineer - SPARC
Devens, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expCommonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy by designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. The Operations Engineer will play a key role in preparing, commissioning, and operating the SPARC fusion facility, serving as the Subject Matter Expert for critical plant service systems.
Clean EnergyElectrical DistributionEnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and test equipment, components, and systems associated with plant operations
Troubleshoot assigned systems and equipment, including cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, liquid nitrogen, cryogenic plant, and electrical distribution
Coordinate, oversee, and/or perform field work activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution
Operate plant equipment in compliance with established safety protocols
Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support site maintenance and operations
Develop new operating procedures for systems being designed, built, and commissioned
Create maintenance plans for new systems to ensure long-term reliability
Support training efforts to prepare operations staff for safe and effective plant operations
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate/GED
5 years in operations at complex facilities
Experience in low voltage and/or complex electrical environments
Experience with large cooling water systems
Previously qualified Lockout Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Program
Complex facility operations (power plant, oil & gas, LNG, etc.)
Safety-conscious mindset with demonstrated strong safety background
Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and theory of operation of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems associated with facility operations
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skill to permit analysis and evaluation of system problems and the ability to apply knowledge and the use of procedures to the operation
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excels in a constantly changing environment
Ability to learn new things quickly
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
Preferred
Experience in radiological environments
Experience with Cryogenic Systems
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field
Strong background in Human Performance
Experience with high voltage electrical systems
Software controls development
Benefits
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
Company
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems designs and develops commercial fusion energy systems to produce clean energy.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.88BKey Investors
GoogleUS Department of EnergyTiger Global Management
2025-08-27Series B· $863M
2025-06-30Corporate Round
2024-06-06Grant· $15M
Leadership Team
Robert Mumgaard
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Martin Greenwald
Cofounder
Recent News
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