Shift Operator- SPARC - Third Shift
About the Company
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. We’re working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
About the Role
The Shift Operator will be part of the team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the SPARC Tokamak and supporting systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager of SPARC Plant Operations, this role is essential to support commissioning, operational readiness, and steady-state operations. Shift Operators will perform both Control Room monitoring and field operations, responding to alarms and abnormal conditions, while ensuring safe operating practices at all times.
Operators will receive training on SPARC's major steady state plant systems, including:
- Electrical distribution
- Cooling Water
- Compressed Air
- HVAC
- Cryogenics Plant
- Other supporting plant infrastructure
This position is ideal for individuals with power plant or equivalent complex facility experience, who thrive in dynamic environments, and want to contribute directly to the operation of a first-of-its-kind fusion facility.
Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment supporting SPARC operations
- Troubleshoot systems such as cooling water, compressed air, HVAC, cryogenics, liquid nitrogen, and electrical distribution
- Safely operate plant equipment under normal and abnormal conditions, both remotely from the control room and locally in the field
- Perform switching and tagging (LOTO) to support maintenance and commissioning
- Participate in procedure development, revision, and optimization
- Support testing and commissioning of plant systems
- Adhere to human performance and safety standards in all activities
- Procedure development and revision
- Equipment/system troubleshooting and testing
- Performing Lockout/Tagout
- Supporting commissioning and training activities
Requirements
- High School Graduate/GED
- 5 years in operations at complex facilities
- Experience in low voltage and/or complex electrical environments
- Experience with large cooling water systems
- Previously qualified Lockout Tagout (LOTO) / Tagging Program
- Complex facility operations (power plant, oil & gas, LNG, etc.)
- Safety-conscious mindset with demonstrated strong safety background
- Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and theory of operation of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems associated with facility operations
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skill to permit analysis and evaluation of system problems and the ability to apply knowledge and the use of procedures to the operation
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Excels in a constantly changing environment
- Ability to learn new things quickly
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in radiological environments
- Experience with Cryogenic Systems
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
- Strong background in Human Performance
- Experience with high voltage electrical systems
Physical 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
Schedule
3rd shift - Hours: 10:00 pm - 6:30 am (hours are subject to slight adjustments of one to two hours)
Pay
Rate of pay: $30 - $41 per hour + 15% differential
Benefits
- 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