{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1534bf92efc9161070353cfc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1534bf92efc9161070353cfc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1534bf92efc9161070353cfc","title":"Manufacturing Engineer - Third Shift","description":"About Commonwealth Fusion Systems\nCommonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.\n\nCombining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. We're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.\n\nSince 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.\n\nWe’re in the best position to make it happen.\n\nNow we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.\n\nIf that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.\n\nManufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift)\nOur Mission\n\nWe are looking for a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer to captain our overnight operations. You will be the technical anchor for the “3rd Shift,” ensuring that our production of high‑temperature superconducting magnets continues safely and efficiently when the weekday engineering team is offline.\n\nThis role requires someone who can lead through influence, make sound decisions under pressure, and bring clarity to ambiguity in a fast‑moving, First‑of‑a‑Kind (FOAK) manufacturing environment.\n\nYou will set the tone for the overnight team, keeping technicians focused, engaged, and operating at a high level while turning first‑time challenges into scalable, repeatable processes.\n\nWe are designing the product while building the machine. Your job is to bring order to that chaos, turning novel problems into standardized processes.\n\nSchedule\n\nShift: Monday through Friday, 10:00 pm – 6:30 am\n\nSalary Range\n\n$103,000 – $166,000 per year (includes 15% shift differential)\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nLeadership, Ownership & Decision‑Making\n\nServe as the primary technical leader for overnight operations, keeping the team focused, aligned, and executing with urgency.\n\nMake timely, high‑quality decisions in ambiguous, high‑pressure situations with strong judgment.\n\nBalance production demands with safety and quality, including making tough calls such as stopping work when needed.\n\nLead through influence by driving alignment across teams without direct authority.\n\nTrain, mentor, and elevate technician performance while maintaining accountability in a fast‑paced environment.\n\nTechnical Mentorship & Training\n\nActively train, coach, and develop technicians on high‑precision manufacturing processes.\n\nTranslate complex engineering requirements into clear, actionable guidance on the floor.\n\nBuild trust and credibility with the team through positive influence.\n\nClose knowledge gaps by reinforcing both the “how” and the “why” behind the work.\n\nRapid Problem Solving & Escalation\n\nTroubleshoot non‑conformances in real time with a structured and decisive approach.\n\nAssess severity and take appropriate action: resolve process drift independently or escape design or system failures without short‑term fixes.\n\nEnsure issues are properly documented and communicated (Jira, etc.).\n\nThe Overnight Bridge\n\nServe as the critical feedback loop between overnight execution and weekday engineering teams.\n\nIdentify gaps in work instructions and drive process clarity and improvements.\n\nInfluence upstream teams by providing clear, data‑driven feedback from the floor.\n\nHands‑on Line Leadership\n\nMaintain the rhythm and flow of production.\n\nEnsure strong shift transitions and team readiness.\n\nConfirm technicians have the tools, materials, and direction needed to succeed.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nBS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent high‑level technical experience).\n\n3+ years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience.\n\nProficient with NX (CAD) and Teamcenter (PLM).\n\nExperience with Jira, Slack, Odoo (or similar ERP systems).\n\nStrong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.\n\nExperience in FOAK or rapidly scaling manufacturing environments.\n\nBonus Points\n\n8+ years in high‑complexity assembly environments.\n\nExperience with insulation systems similar to the electric motor industry (e.g., stator winding, VPI processes, taping, high‑voltage isolation).\n\nKnowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).\n\nMust‑Have Requirements\n\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.\n\nPerform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting for extended periods of time.\n\nDedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics.\n\nWillingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on‑call.\n\nBenefits\n\nCompetitive compensation with equity.\n\n13 company‑wide holidays.\n\nFlexible vacation days.\n\n10 sick days.\n\nGenerous parental leave policy.\n\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance.\n\n401(k) with employer matching.\n\nProfessional growth opportunities.\n\nTeam‑building activities.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nWe 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.\n\nThis role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws”). 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We're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.\n\nSince 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.\n\nWe’re in the best position to make it happen.\n\nNow we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.\n\nIf that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.\n\nManufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift)\nOur Mission\n\nWe are looking for a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer to captain our overnight operations. You will be the technical anchor for the “3rd Shift,” ensuring that our production of high‑temperature superconducting magnets continues safely and efficiently when the weekday engineering team is offline.\n\nThis role requires someone who can lead through influence, make sound decisions under pressure, and bring clarity to ambiguity in a fast‑moving, First‑of‑a‑Kind (FOAK) manufacturing environment.\n\nYou will set the tone for the overnight team, keeping technicians focused, engaged, and operating at a high level while turning first‑time challenges into scalable, repeatable processes.\n\nWe are designing the product while building the machine. Your job is to bring order to that chaos, turning novel problems into standardized processes.\n\nSchedule\n\nShift: Monday through Friday, 10:00 pm – 6:30 am\n\nSalary Range\n\n$103,000 – $166,000 per year (includes 15% shift differential)\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nLeadership, Ownership & Decision‑Making\n\nServe as the primary technical leader for overnight operations, keeping the team focused, aligned, and executing with urgency.\n\nMake timely, high‑quality decisions in ambiguous, high‑pressure situations with strong judgment.\n\nBalance production demands with safety and quality, including making tough calls such as stopping work when needed.\n\nLead through influence by driving alignment across teams without direct authority.\n\nTrain, mentor, and elevate technician performance while maintaining accountability in a fast‑paced environment.\n\nTechnical Mentorship & Training\n\nActively train, coach, and develop technicians on high‑precision manufacturing processes.\n\nTranslate complex engineering requirements into clear, actionable guidance on the floor.\n\nBuild trust and credibility with the team through positive influence.\n\nClose knowledge gaps by reinforcing both the “how” and the “why” behind the work.\n\nRapid Problem Solving & Escalation\n\nTroubleshoot non‑conformances in real time with a structured and decisive approach.\n\nAssess severity and take appropriate action: resolve process drift independently or escape design or system failures without short‑term fixes.\n\nEnsure issues are properly documented and communicated (Jira, etc.).\n\nThe Overnight Bridge\n\nServe as the critical feedback loop between overnight execution and weekday engineering teams.\n\nIdentify gaps in work instructions and drive process clarity and improvements.\n\nInfluence upstream teams by providing clear, data‑driven feedback from the floor.\n\nHands‑on Line Leadership\n\nMaintain the rhythm and flow of production.\n\nEnsure strong shift transitions and team readiness.\n\nConfirm technicians have the tools, materials, and direction needed to succeed.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nBS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent high‑level technical experience).\n\n3+ years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience.\n\nProficient with NX (CAD) and Teamcenter (PLM).\n\nExperience with Jira, Slack, Odoo (or similar ERP systems).\n\nStrong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.\n\nExperience in FOAK or rapidly scaling manufacturing environments.\n\nBonus Points\n\n8+ years in high‑complexity assembly environments.\n\nExperience with insulation systems similar to the electric motor industry (e.g., stator winding, VPI processes, taping, high‑voltage isolation).\n\nKnowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).\n\nMust‑Have Requirements\n\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.\n\nPerform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and sitting for extended periods of time.\n\nDedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics.\n\nWillingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on‑call.\n\nBenefits\n\nCompetitive compensation with equity.\n\n13 company‑wide holidays.\n\nFlexible vacation days.\n\n10 sick days.\n\nGenerous parental leave policy.\n\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance.\n\n401(k) with employer matching.\n\nProfessional growth opportunities.\n\nTeam‑building activities.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nWe 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.\n\nThis role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws”). 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