Senior Controls Engineer
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Assembly
Salary
💰 $70,000 - $110,706 per year
Job Level
JuniorMid-Level
Tech Stack
AssemblyPython
About the role
- Responsible for developing test systems and releasing them to production
- Design, assemble, and troubleshoot specialized hardware in support of automated manufacturing systems and procedures
- Extensive software development of Windows-based applications to automate test and characterization of new products
- Work directly with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, assembly personnel, and other electro-optic engineers to ensure designs and manufacturing techniques meet customer specifications
- Conceptualize and design electro-optic test systems and fixtures
- Develop robust software applications to automate measurement and tracking of the product
- Prototype, develop, test, and qualify new test systems for use in manufacturing
- Create budgets and schedules for new developments
- Maintain documentation throughout the system development process
- Create assembly and test work instructions and train personnel
- Specify and purchase all parts and equipment required; interact with vendors
Requirements
- 2 - 5 years of experience (or education equivalent) in similar position
- Experience using Python, .Net, and/or LabVIEW to automate various pieces of test equipment and/or motion control
- Experience with optoelectronic circuits and optical test equipment
- Hands-on experience in the photonics industry, laser or physics lab is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree: Software/Electrical/Mechanical/Optical Systems Engineering, Physics/Applied Physics, Computer Science or related field(s) is required
- Problem resolution skills for debugging new designs and assemblies
- Manual dexterity to assemble and align precision opto-mechanical systems
- Understanding of Python, LabVIEW, or .Net and related SW development environments
- Tool and fixture making experience is a plus
- Soldering / Circuit Design Experience is a plus
- High attention to details
- Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment
- Ability to function autonomously with little direction
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
