Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Welder - Differential Pay for Weekend & Night Shifts
Devens, MA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 5, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years as a welder on large structural systems and tooling.
About the job
Performs in-house welding and inspection of large metallic structures and tooling for high-field superconducting magnets.
What you'll do
- Set up welding processes, select equipment and methods, and read drawings to plan layouts and measurements.
- Cut, join, and weld materials in multiple positions; inspect welds and conduct equipment qualification trials.
- Provide design feedback and troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies while following safety procedures.
What they ask for
- Documented training or certification in most of Blueprint Reading and Fabrication, GMAW, GTAW, and Advanced SMAW.
- 5+ years' experience as a welder on large structural systems and tooling.
- Experience with large metallic structures and welding manufacturing processes; producing welds that pass industry standards; stainless steel welding; and GTAW welding of copper.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, perform extended periods of physical activities, and work occasional nights, weekends, or on-call; travel occasionally.
Nice to have
- Welding experience in pressure vessel, aerospace, or nuclear applications; experience with mechanized or automated welding equipment.
- GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, Electron Beam, and Laser Welding Experience.
Pay
USD 30–41 per-hour-wage (base salary)
Tools
Blueprint Reading and Fabrication, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Electron Beam, Laser Welding
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