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Commonwealth Fusion Systems · 1 day ago

Principal Technical Project Manager

Devens, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$175K/yr - $240K/yr

15+ years exp

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. They are seeking a Principal Technical Project Manager to drive next-generation High-Temperature Superconducting magnet systems, manage technical tradeoffs, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Clean EnergyElectrical DistributionEnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external project management of the scale-up efforts into repeatable manufacturing processes

Understand and manage technical tradeoffs between design, manufacturing and scientific teams, including but not limited to manufacturability, material selection, coating selection, tolerancing, etc

Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets

Support resolution of schedule conflicts

Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan

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

Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting

Qualification

Technical LiaisonRisk ManagementLarge-scale Magnet SystemsProject ManagementPMP CertificationBudget ManagementCross-functional Team LeadershipProblem-solvingCommunication SkillsCollaborative Team Member

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field with a PMP or other Project Management certification

15+ years of technical experience, with a minimum of 10 years leading the development of large-scale magnet systems or similar electromechanical systems

Lead the project management of the scale-up efforts into repeatable manufacturing processes

Proven project management experience including scope/requirements definition and management, schedule management and planning, risk management, budget management, stakeholder and communications management

Experience acting as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external suppliers

Understand and manage technical tradeoffs between design, manufacturing and scientific teams, including but not limited to manufacturability, material selection, coating selection, tolerancing, etc

Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mobilize multi-disciplinary teams to address complex issues

Functions as a collaborative team member and a servant leader, maintaining the team focused on objectives

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

Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Perform activities such as typing, stooping, climbing, 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