Senior Shift Operations Engineer

Responsibilities

• Ensure 24/7 operation and reliability of critical SPARC plant infrastructure, including electrical distribution, cooling water, HVAC, and cryogenic systems
• Develop, execute, and refine operating and commissioning procedures for new systems
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain core plant systems such as compressed air, vacuum systems, and industrial heating
• Coordinate and oversee field work activities to ensure safe and efficient execution
• Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support site maintenance and operations
• Create long-term maintenance plans and support training efforts for operations staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in operations at complex facilities
• Experience in high-voltage or complex electrical environments
• Experience with industrial-scale process, cooling water, or ventilation systems
• Previous qualification in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Programs
• Willingness to work 24/7 rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays (up to 12-hour shifts)
• Ability to work in an industrial environment containing hazards such as high voltage, strong magnets, and cryogenics

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related field
• Experience with cryogenic process systems or high-purity gas systems
• Experience working in radiologically controlled environments
• Experience with high-power radio frequency or high-current electrical systems
• Background in Human Performance principles and industrial software controls integration

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Flexible vacation days and 10 sick days
• 13 company-wide holidays and generous parental leave
• Professional growth opportunities and team-building activities

About the Company

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. We are designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants by combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies. As the largest and leading private fusion company in the world, we are building the energy industry of the future.