CSA Project Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion SystemsDevens, MA & Richmond, VAJob.bopublished 09/28/2026
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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 we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

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 CSA Project Engineer   Responsible for activities relating to design and construction engineering within the civil, structural, and architectural (CSA) discipline, but is also familiar with other construction disciplines. Duties include working with engineering teams in the planning, sequencing, assembling, and issuing of Construction Work Packages; development of installation specifications, 3D model coordination, interpreting design drawings and specifications, field verification of materials, monitoring construction progress, response to questions by constructors, providing direction in the field to ensure construction is in compliance with engineering documentation and developing turnover packages to commissioning.

What you'll do: Collaborate with engineering to address constructability and design issues relating to civil, structural, and architectural scopes for process systems

Provide review and approval of external civil, structural, or architectural engineering documentation and specifications

Interface with outside engineering firms for CSA designs

Lead cross functional 3D model reviews to identify constructability, installation, and resolve interface issues

Identify the content of engineering document packages (Work Packages) required to support construction activities in the field

Plan, sequence, assemble, and issue Construction Work Packages

Partner with engineering teams responsible for process systems to facilitate efficient conversion of design deliverables into construction ready work

Oversee the maintenance of construction configuration management

Work with Contractor to support tracking, reporting, and forecasting activities in the field

Coordinate with the Procurement Organization for field procured materials, material substitution, services, and equipment

Review material receiving reports and warehousing to assure delivery of correct materials

Coordinate the preparation of cost reports, forecasts, and progress reports

Coordinate with Field Supervision and Subcontractors to plan/support construction schedules

Recommend and implement procedures to ensure construction remains in compliance with the requirements of engineering and design

Ensure engineering and procurement provide timely delivery of drawings, materials, and equipment

Support the construction quality program

Support problem solving in the field and serve as liaison between Construction and Engineering

Support development and implementation of the Request for Information (RFI)/Field Change Request (FCR) process between Construction and CFS engineering

Manage system turnover schedule with construction managing contractor

Develop turnover packages in accordance with defined system / sub-system breakdown

Track pending issues and actions impacting system turnover

Coordinate and facilitate system walkdowns

Review field generated inspection records for quality and completeness

Review field generated punch list items for quality and completeness and progress in project database

Support the implementation of the records retention and turnover plans

What we’re looking for: BS in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Minimum of 5 years supporting design, construction, and execution of civil/structural projects or process systems with structural requirements

Demonstrated understanding of the engineering, design, and construction lifecycle for complex industrial facilities or process systems

Experience supporting civil, structural, and architectural (CSA) scopes, including structural steel, concrete, foundations, embeds, anchors, equipment supports, and building systems

Codes and standards with additional knowledge of IBC, AISC, ACI, and ASCE

Ability to read and understand engineering documents issued for construction such as P&IDs and isometric drawings

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment

Bonus points for: Codes and standards with additional knowledge of IBC, AISC, ACI, and ASCE

Ability to read and understand engineering documents issued for construction such as P&IDs and isometric drawings

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment

Must-have Requirements: 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

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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.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.