Staff Engineer, Controls and Software
Commonwealth Fusion SystemsMilpitas, Canada
Full Time
Posted May 20, 2026
$160k - $220k
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Job Description
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with R&D team to outline interfaces and requirements for equipment and software operation for equipment control
- Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and balance product specifications, operational control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality, and lead time limits
- Design, modify, and approve electrical schematics for industrial and test equipment (compliant with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards)
- Create machine interactions with plant-wide SCADA to communicate product acceptability, machine status, and operational variables
- Write, and debug PLC structured text with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems and 3rd party equipment
- Implement (ANSI/ RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding industrial equipment
- Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting
- Debug and optimize automated operations to maximize cycle time, improve availability, and yield
- Work with external software contractors to develop the control systems for internal tools (Define requirements, manage priorities, drive testing and implementation plans)
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, standing, sitting for extended periods of time
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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