Posted 29 days ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Third Shift
Devens, MAOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Designs, implements, and optimizes manufacturing processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality. Owns the shift as the magnet owner, collaborating with design engineers, production staff, quality assurance, and supply chain teams.
About this role
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.
Now 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.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Manufacturing Engineer
We are seeking a hands-on, 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. You will be the magnet owner, holding overall accountability for this shift. This role involves close collaboration with design engineers, production staff, quality assurance, and supply chain teams.
The Schedule:
Shift: Monday through Friday, 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
Salary Range: $126,000 - 212,000 (includes 15% shift differential)
What you'll do:
- Make real-time decisions within established guardrails; escalate when conditions fall outside
defined limits - 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:
Must-have requirements:
Skills
AutoCADAutomation SolutionsCAD SoftwareCorrective ActionsFailure Modes And Effects AnalysisLean ManufacturingManufacturing ERP SystemsNxProcess DocumentationProcess Flow DiagramsSix SigmaSolidWorksStandard Operating ProceduresStatistical Process ControlTime And Motion Studies
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