Manufacturing Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

$90K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
  • Experience in transitioning products from R&D to manufacturing
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork ability

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design teams on product specifications and manufacturing challenges
  • Develop and qualify manufacturing processes for new products
  • Design and optimize production layouts and tooling
  • Conduct DFM and DFA analyses to enhance product design
  • Create and maintain process documentation and SOPs
  • Coordinate with supply chain for timely material sourcing
  • Analyze manufacturing performance metrics for continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with equity
  • 13 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
Full Job Description
Join the power movement as a Manufacturing Engineer

As a Manufacturing Engineer at CFS, you will play a crucial role in transitioning new products from development to full-scale production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, quality assurance, supply chain, and production, to ensure the introduction of new products to manufacturing. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience with moving products from R&D into manufacturing.

What you'll do:

  • Collaborate with product design and development teams to develop and understand product specifications, requirements, and manufacturing challenges
  • Develop, implement, and qualify manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and production rate targets
  • Design and optimize production layouts, tooling, and fixtures to support efficient manufacturing
  • Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) analysis to improve product design
  • Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, pFMEA's, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Coordinate with the supply chain and planning teams to source components and materials, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with quality standards
  • Develop, monitor and analyze manufacturing performance metrics to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
  • Provide hands-on training and support to production personnel on work instructions, processes, equipment, and best practices
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production and quality issues, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure timely resolution
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards


What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with experience transitioning products from R&D to manufacturing
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented approach
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities


Bonus points for:

  • Experience with magnets, thermo-mechanical assemblies, machining, welding, and/or vacuum systems
  • Experience with the application of Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies
  • Experience writing and developing equipment specifications and maintenance plan
  • Experience with CAD software
  • Proficiency in work instruction writing, material planning, process mapping, and capacity modeling
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings, incl. GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
  • High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with excellent troubleshooting/ problem-solving skills


Must-have Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
  • Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, and 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 occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call


$90,000 - $145,000 a year

Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The 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

13 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

#LI-Onsite

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.

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