Structural Mechanical Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is developing commercially viable fusion power plants, having raised over $2 billion in capital since 2018.
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
4+ years of experience
Energy · Space

Description For Structural Mechanical Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is at the forefront of fusion energy development, working to revolutionize the energy industry through commercially viable fusion power plants. Since 2018, they've secured over $2 billion in funding, making them the most well-funded fusion energy company in the U.S.

As a Structural Mechanical Engineer at CFS, you'll play a crucial role in their mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. You'll work on cutting-edge projects including SPARC and ARC, serving as an expert in structural mechanics. The position offers an opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology and contribute to solving one of humanity's most pressing challenges - sustainable energy production.

The role combines technical leadership with mentorship opportunities, allowing you to influence both project outcomes and team development. You'll be working with multi-disciplinary teams, conducting complex structural analyses, and helping shape the company's engineering practices. The position requires strong technical expertise in computational structural mechanics, combined with excellent leadership and communication skills.

CFS offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment driven by values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. They maintain a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, considering all qualified applicants equally. The hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility while keeping you connected to the cutting-edge facilities and brilliant minds working to make fusion energy a reality.

This is an opportunity to be part of a transformative mission that could fundamentally change how we produce energy, working with a well-funded company that's leading the charge in fusion energy development.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Structural Mechanical Engineer

  • Serve as a domain expert in structural mechanics
  • Solve complex problems and provide technical leadership
  • Mentor junior staff within the Structural Engineering Department
  • Assist in development and implementation of best practices and workflows
  • Conduct and review structural analysis for various system designs

Requirements For Structural Mechanical Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of professional experience in finite element analysis
  • Strong knowledge of computational structural mechanics
  • High self-motivation and personal accountability
  • Strong leadership acumen
  • Excellent problem-solving capabilities
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
  • Ability to work in a facility with industrial hazards

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