We are seeking a detail-oriented, innovative, and results-driven Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality across the production line. This role involves close collaboration with design engineers, production staff, quality assurance, and supply chain teams.
What you'll do:
- Develop and implement new manufacturing lines within a high-mix, low volume environment
- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and ensure product quality
- Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process flow diagrams
- Collaborate with product design and development teams to ensure manufacturability of new products
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance production performance
- Lead the design and procurement of tools, fixtures, and equipment required for efficient production
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and implement corrective actions
- Conduct time and motion studies to determine optimal production methods and labor utilization
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across the facility
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards
- Evaluate new technologies and automation solutions to enhance manufacturing capabilities
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems
- Proficient in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and manufacturing ERP systems
- Ability to balance autonomy with disciplined escalation
- Leadership through hands-on engagement
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Bonus points for:
- Experience with clean lines
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)
Must-have requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- 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
- Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems
- Proficiency with CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD
- Experience with manufacturing ERP systems
- Ability to balance autonomy with disciplined escalation
- Leadership through hands-on engagement
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Experience with clean lines
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in a facility with industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
- Ability to perform typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods
What We Do
Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy. CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. CFS is now building SPARC, the world's first commercially relevant, net energy fusion demonstration device. SPARC will pave the way for the first fusion power plant, ARC, that will produce power on the grid. The ultimate mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. If you are interested in joining our team, check out cfs.energy/careers for more information.
