Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Production Technician - First Shift
Somerville, MA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 18, 2026
- Experience
- 6+ years in electromechanical assembly; the posting also specifies at least 6 years with hand tools and at least 6 years in mechanical or electrical assembly.
- Education
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher.
About the job
Build, test, and monitor electromechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes for superconducting magnets.
What you'll do
- Build and test electromechanical parts and assemblies according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
- Help develop and qualify manufacturing techniques; troubleshoot discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
- Operate production, testing, and high-powered magnet equipment, and support equipment maintenance.
What they ask for
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher.
- At least 6 years of experience with various hand tools.
- At least 6 years of experience in mechanical or electrical assembly.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
Nice to have
- Experience with winding equipment, PLCs, material processing, or cryogenic chemicals such as LN2 and Helium.
- Experience with power tools, electrical schematics and wiring, epoxy potting or injection molding, plumbing, vacuum systems, soldering, or harness builds.
Pay
USD 30–41 per-hour-wage (base salary)
Tools
torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, PLC, LN2, Helium
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