Senior Metrology Engineer

Milpitas, CA

About the role

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 Senior Metrology Engineer We’re looking for a Senior Metrology Engineer to join our team to help build robust measurement systems. The Senior Metrology Engineer will be responsible for the selection, development, and upkeep of measurement systems and metrology equipment. A core skill needed for this role is to be able to develop non-destructive measurements in challenging environments.

The role will interact with R&D technical staff, process engineers and technicians. This role requires attention to detail, procedural discipline and timely execution. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact. \n

What you'll do: Select, develop and maintain measurement systems and metrology tools Create SOPs and workflows for sample measurement and provide training (both written and verbal) for staff Develop and use data management systems including laboratory information management systems and manufacturing execution systems What we’re looking for: B.S. in a technical field (or equivalent industrial experience) including materials science, electrical engineering, or physics 7+ years' of experience working as a process or metrology engineer Thorough understanding of measurement systems, including optical and electron microscopy, surface probe measurements, optical and NIR probes and x-ray measurements Experience working with metrology vendors and directing metrology service providers Ability to successfully work with internal customers Commitment to safety and quality Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment Ability to create work instructions for staff and technicians, and provide training Meticulous attention to detail Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

Bonus points for: M.S. or Ph.D. preferred Experience in the semiconductor, battery, solar cell, optoelectronics or related fields Experience with high uptime systems Must-have

Requirements: Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally, including compressed work-week shift schedule \n $110,000 - $185,000 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 \n #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. 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.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems develops fusion energy systems using high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets to create compact tokamak reactors. It is building SPARC, a demonstration device designed to achieve net energy gain from fusion and laying the groundwork for ARC, a grid-connected fusion power plant targeting early 2030s operation. The company partners with MIT and manufactures its HTS magnets and related components, applying peer-reviewed science in its firewalling of plasma and reactor engineering. It has introduced innovations like the PIT VIPER superconducting cable to support pulsed-power magnet systems and accelerate readiness for commercial fusion.

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Job details

Salary

$146,000 - $210,000

Location

Milpitas, CA

Company

NameCommonwealth Fusion Systems
IndustryClean Energy
Team Size5

Funding

Total raised

$2.9B

Last stage

Series B

Investors

BBreakthrough Energy Ventures
Khosla Ventures
Tiger Global
GGoogle
EEni

Founders

BM

Bob Mumgaard

Co-founder & CEO

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BS

Brandon Sorbom

Co-founder & Chief Science Officer

Dan Brunner

Dan Brunner

Co-founder (former CTO)

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