CFS collaborates with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with groundbreaking new high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. Our mission is to deploy these power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. To that end, CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. To implement this plan, we are looking to add dedicated people to the team who treat people well, improve our work by adding multifaceted perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have achieved outstanding results through a range of pursuits, and have skills and experience related to this role.

As the Lead Electrical Technician on the Power Electronics team at CFS, you will be responsible for the receipt, setup, installation, testing and validation and commissioning support of prototype and production level Power Electronics based Converter systems and DC Battery systems at a large scale in the Power Energy Building for SPARC to produce fusion power.

You will be the central owner and know your part of the electrical equipment in and out and will be the prime point of contact for cross functional teams.

You will proactively ensure that the power electronics team will have all the tools required for the work, either procuring them off-the-shelf or quickly designing and building fixtures for use.

Collaborate with cross functional teams to determine test plan (with pass and fail criteria), test durations and prioritize to meet scope, schedule and project timelines.

This role is on-site at Devens, MA and at Somerville, MA for any prototype testing. The primary work will take place at the time of production at CFS-2 Power Building.

Daily interface with the power electronics team will open up opportunities to further technical skill set and ability to solve complex problems with various sub-systems.

This team member will:

Owner and expert in the electrical sub-system and system level testing and validation with knowledge in controls and programming is a plus
Ability to understand electrical schematics, general layout drawings, simulation results, specifications and engineering reports
Experience hiring and managing a team of electrical technicians is a plus
Proactively procure or build all tools, fixtures, or manipulation equipment required for the upcoming tests per schedule
Serve as the owner of test report database and data archival
Provide in design reviews and provide feedback from an electrical test perspective to the engineering team
Assist in the testing with regards to root cause analysis and field failures is a plus
Hands on experience with Low Voltage (<1000V) and Medium Voltage systems (>1000V)
Work with teammates in a collaborative fashion to receive feedback early and often to ensure all requirements are met

The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:

Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or a related field in technology or equivalent certification or extensive experience with Electrical systems
2-3 years of Electrical Experience demonstrating hands on installation, testing and validation

Additional preferred experience and/or qualifications:

2+ years of management or oversight of technicians
Experience with control hardware and programmable logic controllers
NEC / NFPA 70E
Lifting operations experience
Knowledge of assembling sub-systems and prototype systems
Experience with highly complex electrical systems
Experience with fast-paced and dynamic construction, manufacturing, or assembly/integration builds
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Perform activities such as standing or sitting for extended periods of time
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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CFS team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of integrity, execution, impact and self-critique. As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.

At CFS, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis 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, ordinance, or regulation.

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