Technician - General Application

Devens, MA
Sourcing/Lead /
Full-time /
On-site
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 working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

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 Production Technician, R&D Technician, Assembly Specialist, Fiber Optic Specialist, RF Technician, or Commissioning Technician!

Thank you for your interest in joining the mission at Commonwealth Fusion Systems. While we may not be actively hiring for these roles at the moment, we’re always eager to connect with skilled and motivated individuals who want to be part of building the future of clean energy. We’ve created this General Application as a way to keep your information on file for when available roles do open up!

If you’re an experienced technician who thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments, we encourage you to submit your application here. This general application allows us to keep your information on file for future consideration as new opportunities become available.

Our technicians play a critical role in our mission by developing, building, and supporting the superconducting magnets at the core of our technology. While we may not reach out right away, your application helps us stay in touch for when the time is right.

Please see below for descriptions of our various technician roles:

Production Technician

    • Production Technicians will build and test complex assemblies used in superconducting magnets, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
    • This role requires at least 3 years of mechanical or electrical assembly experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to follow detailed procedures and drawings.

R&D Technician

    • R&D Technicians support the development and commercialization of new products by assisting with prototype builds, process monitoring, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance across various technical areas.
    • This role requires at least 5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical assembly, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Fiber Optic Specialist

    • Fiber Optic Specialists support R&D and Production teams by performing fiber splicing, testing, and integration of optical fibers into complex systems. 

Commissioning Technician

    • Commissioning Technicians support the testing and inspection of new systems under the guidance of experienced field leads, contributing to the development of commercial fusion energy.
    • This role requires hands-on experience, adaptability, and a willingness to work in industrial environments.

RF Technician

    • RF Technicians support the fabrication, testing, and installation of high-power RF components for CFS’s fusion energy systems.
    • The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical assembly, RF testing, and troubleshooting.
$30 - $41 an hour
Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefitsThe actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:
•  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
If you're ready to be part of the power movement, and any of these roles sounds like a match, we’d love to hear from you.  

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We 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.