Manager, Maintenance

Summary

Join Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) as a Manager, Remote Maintenance and contribute to the development of ARC, the world's first commercial fusion power plant. You will lead a team of engineers in designing and implementing a remote maintenance system for ARC, ensuring its reliable and efficient operation. This role involves developing the architecture of the remote maintenance program, designing radiation-hardened remote handling equipment (RHE), and collaborating with various teams to solve complex multi-disciplinary problems. You will also be responsible for identifying and executing R&D initiatives, researching existing remote handling solutions, and establishing CFS's remote maintenance design guidelines.

Requirements

• Structural, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering BS
• At least 8 years of mechanical engineering experience in the design, fabrication, testing, operations, integration, and commissioning of complex mechanical structures  (e.g. fusion, fission, aerospace, marine)
• Experience with tokamak conceptual design and assembly strategies
• Experience with standard actuation, guidance mechanisms, sensing, and structural mechanisms
• Experience managing projects with cross-functional input and/or the management of contract/temporary technical resources
• Proficient in structural analysis via both hand calcs and finite element analysis (Ansys preferred)
• Proficient in CAD (NX preferred)
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, technical staff, executives, and others
• Ability to clearly express and critique ideas to cross-functional team members and technical and executive leadership
• Safety conscious
• Perform activities such as typing and sitting for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally. Travel expected up to 15%

Responsibilities

• Mentor, coordinate, and line manage a team of remote maintenance engineers
• Maintain and grow CFS cultural values of integrity, self-critique, impact, and execution while supporting and growing team members
• Develop the architecture of CFS’ remote maintenance program and design strategy, developing the playbook to establish CFS as a leader in remote maintenance in challenging environments
• Design ARC’s radiation hardened remote handling equipment (RHE) by incorporating a mix of existing robotic technologies, custom hardware, and remotely operated heavy lift equipment
• Perform maintenance assessments of the tokamak and plant to shape the development of ARC as a remotely maintainable power plant
• Collaborate with multiple teams and manage projects across different disciplines to help solve tough multi-disciplinary problems
• Own the Identification of key R&D needed for the ARC remote maintenance program, and help establish the plans to execute the R&D campaigns internally or with external partners
• Research existing established and cutting edge remote handling solutions to assess their application in the ARC remote maintenance system
• Work with external RHE/robotics organizations and general industry to manage contracted work, collaborate on cutting edge R&D, and transfer knowledge and expertise into CFS
• Establish CFS’s remote maintenance design guidelines for RHE, the Tokamak, and plant
• Develop and manage a team and program to budget, delivering results on time and at cost
• Leading with a safety-conscious mindset in all aspects of work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the pre-conceptual design of complex systems involving high level, multi-disciplinary trade studies of both RHE and machine design (e.g. tokamak, fission core, sub-sea hardware)
• Knowledge of fabrication methods such as welding and machining
• Knowledge of engineering materials basics for metals and composites
• Self driven and autonomous
• Aptitude to use data to drive decisions
• Familiarity with all steps in the design process with an emphasis on creativity and simplicity
• The ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity
• 12.5 Company-wide Holidays
• Flexible vacation days
• 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities
• Team-building activities