Lab Technician - Second Shift - Military Veterans
at R&R Integrated Solutions
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 Lab Technician - Second Shift
Lab Technicians are trained on the job to become specialized in High Temperature Superconductor material qualification, inspection, and processing. The ideal candidate will have a variety of lab experience and or manufacturing experience that will support CFS in building a world-class superconducting magnet system called SPARC. High Temperature Superconductors are the key materials that make SPARC possible, as an HTS technician you will drive the critical path activities that supplies HTS to the magnet assembly lines.
This individual will cover our Second Shift which will be 3:00 pm - 12:00 am.
What you'll do:
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers and technicians to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and testing processes
- Test and process key materials to support Manufacturing and for R&D needs
- Ability to follow standard procedures to perform standardized work
- Compose and resolve Raw Material Non-Conformance Reports NCRs
- Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools such as micrometers, calipers, and multimeters
- Read and interpret Lab Viewer test data, ability to adjust testing parameters accordingly to collect best performance data
- Operate high-powered magnet equipment and custom software to characterize critical current on metal materials
- Perform basic maintenance on custom equipment
- Work with engineers to set up and maintain subsystems such as: cryogenics, power supplies, and control systems
- Communicate challenges and ideas effectively to peers and leadership focusing on problem solving and continuous improvements
- Operate production and testing equipment required to meet manufacturing material demand
What we’re looking for:
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience with lab equipment in a quality and/or manufacturing environment
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to take directions from leadership and work independently
- Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including assembly and testing
Bonus points for:
- Experience with winding equipment of any type is a plus
- Reel to Reel equipment or similar
- High Temperature Superconducting knowledge
- Working with cryogenic chemicals such as LN and Helium in a lab environment
- Hand tools and basic power tools
- Electrical schematic and wiring
- Lab Viewer software or similar data analyzing software
- Experience in a variety of technical support skills such as mechanical and electrical assembly, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, soldering, and wiring
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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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.
Devens, MA
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