Senior Chemical Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems - Devens, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Devens, MA

Utilities

About the position

The Senior Chemical Engineer will play a crucial role in the Blanket System team at Commonwealth Fusion Systems, focusing on the design, operation, and analysis of experimental test articles related to tritium chemistry and salt behavior under irradiation. This position involves collaboration with internal teams and external partners to facilitate innovative research and development efforts aimed at advancing fusion energy technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and build of multiple new experimental test articles to test tritium chemistry and salt behavior under irradiation.
• Work hands-on to lead the commissioning of test articles, including developing and executing install and commissioning plans and procedures, managing install contractors and supporting teams.
• Lead the operation of new experiments, including the collection and analysis of data, implementing necessary improvements, and safe decommissioning.
• Work with external facilities and groups to coordinate seamless hazard management plans between CFS and outside groups.
• Travel as necessary to outside research facilities, vendors, and other academic and industrial partners.
• Coordinate the development in-house of new diagnostics and salt handling systems with their use at outside facilities.
• Collaborate closely with other CFS teams including safety, nuclear and thermal-hydraulics modeling, mechanical, I&C, test engineering, and supply chain.

Requirements

• BS or higher in Chemical, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the engineering of integrated thermofluid and chemical processing systems.
• Experience designing novel experimental setups and test articles.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, technical staff and others.
• Ability to clearly express and critique ideas.
• Great communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills, ability to approach new problems with creativity.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with high temperature systems.
• Experience with gaseous extraction systems.
• Experience with vacuum systems.
• Experience with safety systems for hazardous chemicals.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects from conception to execution.
• Experience with molten salt systems.
• Experience with radiochemistry or irradiation environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.