Project Engineering Manager

Devens, MAFull-time

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 we're 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 nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

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 Project Engineering Manager

Leading a team responsible for activities relating to design and construction engineering across all disciplines. Duties include working with engineering teams in the planning, sequencing, assembling, and issuing of construction Work Packages; development of installation specifications, 3D model coordination, interpreting design drawings and specifications, field verification of materials, monitoring construction progress, response to questions by constructors, providing direction in the field to ensure construction is in compliance with engineering documentation and developing handover packages to commissioning.

What you'll do: Direct technical oversight of construction contractors for all CFS systems

Own construction change management system

Report weekly construction progress and issues to project managers

Develop and maintain standards for construction work packages, specifications, and all other construction documentation across one or multiple projects

Interface with System Responsible Officers to maintain quality, schedule and budget for developing and executing engineered systems

Coordinate with engineering on constructability and design issues relating to plant systems

Identify the content of engineering document packages (Work Packages) required to support construction activities in the field

Plan, sequence, assemble, and issue construction Work Packages

Establish strong working relationships with the engineering teams responsible for the various process systems to facilitate conversion of engineering/design to physical plant

Oversee the maintenance of construction configuration management

Track, report, and forecast activities in the field

Coordinate with the Procurement Organization for field procured materials, material substitution, services, and equipment

Review material receiving reports and warehousing to assure delivery of correct materials

Coordinate the preparation of cost reports, forecasts, and progress reports

Coordinate with Field Supervision and Subcontractors to plan/support construction schedules

Recommend and implement procedures to ensure construction remains in compliance with the requirements of engineering and design

Ensure engineering and procurement provide timely delivery of drawings, materials, and equipment

Support the construction quality program

Support problem solving in the field and serve as liaison between Construction and Engineering

Support development and implementation of the Request for Information (RFI) process between Construction and CFS engineering

Develop turnover packages in accordance with defined system / sub-system breakdown

Track pending issues and actions impacting system turnover

Coordinate and facilitate system walkdowns

Review field generated inspection records for quality and completeness

Review field generated punch list items for quality and completeness and progress in project

What we're looking for: BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or other engineering discipline

Minimum 10 years in industrial plant design and construction environment

Knowledge of the process to engineer, design and construct complex industrial projects

Familiar with construction change management

Experience using 3D model

Knowledge of heavy industrial codes and standards

Good knowledge base across all construction disciplines (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & Controls)

Excellent communication skills

Bonus points for: Experience leading a team of project or field engineers for large industrial construction projects Certification in engineering management or construction management

Must-have requirements: Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call 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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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.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, "Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or other engineering discipline

Minimum 10 years in industrial plant design and construction environment

Knowledge of the process to engineer, design and construct complex industrial projects

Familiar with construction change management

Experience using 3D model

Knowledge of heavy industrial codes and standards

Good knowledge base across all construction disciplines (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & Controls)

Excellent communication skills

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