Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Principal Technical Project Manager
Job Posted 12 Days Ago
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The Principal Technical Project Manager will oversee engineering projects within SPARC, ensure project milestones are met, and foster team collaboration.
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 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 over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.
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 a Principal Technical Project Manager
We are seeking an exceptional and results-driven Technical Project Manager (TPM) to join our Program Management Office (PMO). The TPM will play a pivotal role in driving complex engineering projects within SPARC, our first-of-a-kind compact fusion machine. The TPM will be responsible to ensure that a comprehensive plan is established around the engineering, design and construction of complex highly engineered process systems and that the team executes to meet the requirements of that plan.
What you'll do:
- Drive engineering projects within SPARC from inception to completion
- Develop comprehensive plans for the engineering, procurement and construction of highly engineered process systems
- Manage SPARC systems through final design, working with a cross-functional team of engineers, scientists, designers, and analysts
- Establish project milestones & ensure all deliverables are met while adhering to strict budget and timeline parameters
- Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
- Support resolution of schedule conflicts
- Track and report SPARC progress
- Facilitate collaboration between the PMO, system leads and other SPARC project team members to create more efficient project methods, efficient project communication, standards and reporting channels between groups
- Lead implementation of strategic process improvement plans and act as a catalyst to resolve diverse objectives and competing priorities within the SPARC team
- Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
- Manage cost & schedule along with driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project life cycle
- Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
- Keep stakeholders informed about project progress through regular updates and reporting
- Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
- Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects with excellent project management skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of technical project lifecycles.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and project management working with a wide range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and other areas
- Possess a thorough understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Thorough understanding of engineering product life-cycle with experience in driving products through phase-gate design reviews such as CDR, PDR, FDR or equivalent
- Experience working with Jira, Confluence
- Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project, P6 or equivalent
Bonus points:
- Previous work experience in new product introduction/delivery programs for high tech components or assemblies
- Experienced in the vendor management of highly engineered complex systems
Essential Requirements:
- Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call
- Perform activities such as typing, stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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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.
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Office
148 Sidney Street,, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02139
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